Ecclesiastes 5:5

Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 5:5

BSB

It is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it.

AKJV

Better is it that you should not vow, than that you should vow and not pay.

CPDV

And it is much better not to make a vow, than, after a vow, not to fulfill what was promised.

ERV

Better is it that thou shouldest not vow, than that thou shouldest vow and not pay.

NHEB

It is better that you should not vow, than that you should vow and not pay.

SMT

Good that thou shalt not vow rather than thou shalt vow and not requite.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Ecclesiastes 5:5

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Commentary for Ecclesiastes 5:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Ecclesiastes 5:5

Summary

Avoiding commitment safer than breaking promises.

Event

Comparing vow-making and breaking

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC