Ecclesiastes 6:10

That which hath been is named already, and it is known that it is man: neither may he contend with him that is mightier than he.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 6:10

BSB
Whatever exists was named long ago, and what happens to a man is foreknown; but he cannot contend with one stronger than he.
AKJV
That which has been is named already, and it is known that it is man: neither may he contend with him that is mightier than he.
CPDV
Whoever shall be in the future, his name has already been called. And it is known that he is a man and that he is not able to contend in judgment against one who is stronger than himself.
ERV
Whatsoever hath been, the name thereof was given long ago, and it is known that it is man: neither can he contend with him that is mightier than he.
NHEB
Whatever has been, its name was given long ago; and it is known what man is; neither can he contend with him who is mightier than he.
SMT
What was, its name was called already, and it was known that it is man: and he shall not be able to contend with the powerful above him.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Ecclesiastes 6:10

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 6:10

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Overview of Ecclesiastes 6:10
Summary
Existence is predetermined and mortals cannot resist it
Event
Acknowledging human limitations
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom