Ecclesiastes 8:11

Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 8:11

BSB
When the sentence for a crime is not speedily executed, the hearts of men become fully set on doing evil.
AKJV
Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.
CPDV
For the sons of men perpetrate evils without any fear, because judgment is not pronounced quickly against the evil.
ERV
Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.
NHEB
Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.
SMT
Because a decree was not done quickly upon an evil work, for this the heart of the sons of man was filled in them to do evil.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 8:11

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 8:11
Summary
Delayed punishment encourages human wickedness
Event
Explaining evil's persistence
Estimated Time Period
c. 300-200 BC
Category
Judgment