Ecclesiastes 7:1

A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 7:1

BSB
A good name is better than fine perfume, and one's day of death is better than his day of birth.
AKJV
A good name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.
CPDV
A good name is better than precious ointments, and a day of death is better than a day of birth.
ERV
A GOOD name is better than precious ointment; and the day of death than the day of one's birth.
NHEB
A good name is better than fine perfume; and the day of death better than the day of one's birth.
SMT
A good name is above good oil, and the day of death above the day of birth.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 7:1

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 7:1
Summary
Reputation exceeds luxury; death surpasses birth
Event
Ranking reputation and mortality
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom