Ecclesiastes 5:20

For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answereth him in the joy of his heart.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 5:20

BSB
For a man seldom considers the days of his life, because God keeps him occupied with the joy of his heart.
AKJV
For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answers him in the joy of his heart.
CPDV
And then he will not fully remember the days of his life, because God occupies his heart with delights.
ERV
For he shall not much remember the days of his life; because God answereth him in the joy of his heart.
NHEB
For he shall not often reflect on the days of his life; because God occupies him with the joy of his heart.
SMT
For he shall not much remember the days of his life; for God humbles him in the gladness of his heart.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 5:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 5:20
Summary
Divine satisfaction replaces memory of difficult days
Event
God provides heart satisfaction
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom