ecclesiastes 3:12 I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life.

ecclesiastes 3:12 I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good in one's lifetime;

12. in them--in God's works (Ec 3:11), as far as relates to man's duty. Man cannot fully comprehend them, but he ought joyfully to receive ("rejoice in") God's gifts, and "do good" with them to himself and to others. This is never out of season (Ga 6:9, 10). Not sensual joy and self-indulgence (Php 4:4; Jas 4:16, 17).

ecclesiastes 3:12 I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good in one's lifetime;

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