Ecclesiastes 1:6

The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it whirleth about continually, and the wind returneth again according to his circuits.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 1:6

BSB
The wind blows southward, then turns northward; round and round it swirls, ever returning on its course.
AKJV
The wind goes toward the south, and turns about to the north; it whirls about continually, and the wind returns again according to his circuits.
CPDV
it circles through the south, and arcs toward the north. The spirit continues on, illuminating everything in its circuit, and turning again in its cycle.
ERV
The wind goeth toward the south, and turneth about unto the north; it turneth about continually in its course, and the wind returneth again to its circuits.
NHEB
The wind goes toward the south, and turns around to the north. It turns around continually as it goes, and the wind returns again to its courses.
SMT
Going to the south and turning round about to the north, it turned round about; the wind turned round about, going, and the wind turned back upon its circuits.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Ecclesiastes 1:6

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 1:6

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Overview of Ecclesiastes 1:6
Summary
Wind blows in perpetual circular patterns
Event
Describing wind circulation
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Narrative