Ecclesiastes 5:9 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Moreover the profit of the earth is for all: the king himself is served by the field.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Besides, the produce of the land benefits everyone: even the king depends on the crops from the fields.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse is saying that everyone, including the most powerful rulers, depends on the basic necessities that come from farming and the earth's resources.

📚 Historical Context

Ecclesiastes was likely written by King Solomon during a time of great wealth and stability in ancient Israel, when agriculture formed the foundation of the economy and society. The book reflects on the emptiness of human pursuits apart from God, urging readers to find meaning in divine wisdom rather than earthly gains. In this verse, it underscores that even a powerful king depends on the land's produce, emphasizing the universal reliance on God's created order.

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