Ecclesiastes 3:12 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life. I know that there is no good in them, but, etc. - Since God has so disposed the affairs of this world, that the great events of providence cannot be accelerated or retarded by human cares and anxieties, submit to God; make a proper use of what he has given: do thyself no harm, and endeavor as much as possible to do others good.

Enjoy, and bless thyself; let others share

The transient blessing: 'tis the gift of God.

Ecclesiastes 3:12

12 I know that there is no good in them, but for a man to rejoice, and to do good in his life.