New International Version for you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others. New Living Translation For you know how often you yourself have cursed others. English Standard Version Your heart knows that many times you yourself have cursed others. Berean Standard Bible For you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others. Berean Literal Bible For many times also your own heart has known that you also have belitted others. King James Bible For oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. New King James Version For many times, also, your own heart has known That even you have cursed others. New American Standard Bible for you know that even you have cursed others many times as well. NASB 1995 For you also have realized that you likewise have many times cursed others. NASB 1977 For you also have realized that you likewise have many times cursed others. Legacy Standard Bible For your heart also knows that you likewise have many times cursed others. Amplified Bible for you also know that you too have cursed others many times. Berean Annotated Bible For you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others. Christian Standard Bible for in your heart you know that many times you yourself have cursed others. Holman Christian Standard Bible for you know that many times you yourself have cursed others. American Standard Version for oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. Contemporary English Version Haven't you cursed many others? English Revised Version for oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. GOD'S WORD® Translation Your conscience knows that you have cursed others many times. Good News Translation and you know yourself that you have insulted other people many times. International Standard Version since you also know how often you have cursed others. NET Bible For you know in your own heart that you also have cursed others many times. New Heart English Bible for often your own heart knows that you yourself have likewise cursed others. Webster's Bible Translation For often also thy own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. Majority Text Translations Majority Standard BibleFor you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others. World English Bible for often your own heart knows that you yourself have likewise cursed others. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionFor many times also has your heart known that you yourself have also reviled others. Berean Literal Bible For many times also your own heart has known that you also have belitted others. Young's Literal Translation For many times also hath thy heart known that thou thyself also hast reviled others. Smith's Literal Translation For also many times thy heart knew that thou didst also curse others. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor thy conscience knoweth that thou also hast often spoken evil of others. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible for your heart knows that you have many times cursed others. New Revised Standard Version your heart knows that many times you have yourself cursed others. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor your heart knows that you yourself have oftentimes cursed others. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated For your heart knows you also have insulted others many times OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917for oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. Brenton Septuagint Translation For many times he shall trespass against thee, and repeatedly shall he afflict thine heart; for thus also hast thou cursed others. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible (Voice ▾ Musical ▾) Context The Limits of Human Wisdom…21Do not pay attention to every word that is spoken, or you may hear your servant cursing you. 22For you know in your heart that many times you yourself have cursed others. 23All this I tested by wisdom, saying, “I resolve to be wise.” But it was beyond me.… Cross References For you know in your heart Proverbs 14:10 The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger shares in its joy. Romans 2:15 So they show that the work of the law is written on their hearts, their consciences also bearing witness, and their thoughts either accusing or defending them 1 John 3:20 Even if our hearts condemn us, God is greater than our hearts, and He knows all things. that many times James 3:2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to control his whole body. Proverbs 24:16 For though a righteous man may fall seven times, he still gets up; but the wicked stumble in bad times. 1 Kings 8:46 When they sin against You—for there is no one who does not sin—and You become angry with them and deliver them to an enemy who takes them as captives to his own land, whether far or near, you yourself have cursed others. James 3:9-10 With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father, and with it we curse men, who have been made in God’s likeness. / Out of the same mouth come blessing and cursing. My brothers, this should not be! Romans 12:14 Bless those who persecute you. Bless and do not curse. Luke 6:28 bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. Matthew 7:1-5 “Do not judge, or you will be judged. / For with the same judgment you pronounce, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. / Why do you look at the speck in your brother’s eye but fail to notice the beam in your own eye? … Proverbs 19:11 A man’s insight gives him patience, and his virtue is to overlook an offense. Romans 2:1 You, therefore, have no excuse, you who pass judgment on another. For on whatever grounds you judge the other, you are condemning yourself, because you who pass judgment do the same things. Galatians 6:1 Brothers, if someone is caught in a trespass, you who are spiritual should restore him with a spirit of gentleness. But watch yourself, or you also may be tempted. Matthew 6:14-15 For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. / But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive yours. Luke 6:37 Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven. Proverbs 10:12 Hatred stirs up dissension, but love covers all transgressions. Treasury of Scripture For oftentimes also your own heart knows that you yourself likewise have cursed others. also 1 Kings 2:44 The king said moreover to Shimei, Thou knowest all the wickedness which thine heart is privy to, that thou didst to David my father: therefore the LORD shall return thy wickedness upon thine own head; Matthew 15:19 For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies: Matthew 18:32-35 Then his lord, after that he had called him, said unto him, O thou wicked servant, I forgave thee all that debt, because thou desiredst me: … Jump to Previous Cursed Frequently Heart Likewise Often Oftentimes Others Realized Reviled Thyself TimesJump to Next Cursed Frequently Heart Likewise Often Oftentimes Others Realized Reviled Thyself TimesEcclesiastes 7 1. remedies against vanity are, a good name2. mortification 7. patience 11. wisdom 23. The difficulty of wisdom For you know in your heart Solomon directs the listener to honest self-examination. When offended by another person’s words, he should remember his own failures in speech rather than respond with immediate anger or judgment. Pro 14:10 The heart knows its own bitterness, and no stranger… that many times Such offenses are not rare exceptions but part of fallen human behavior. Everyone has spoken carelessly, unfairly, or harshly at times. Jas 3:2 We all stumble in many ways. If anyone is never at fault… you yourself have cursed others. Remembering one’s own sins restrains resentment toward those who speak against him. The point is not to excuse wrongdoing, but to answer it with humility, patience, and awareness of the need for mercy. Jas 3:9-10 With the tongue we bless our Lord and Father,… Persons / Places / Events 1. Solomon- Traditionally considered the author of Ecclesiastes, Solomon was the king of Israel known for his wisdom, wealth, and writings. Ecclesiastes is part of the wisdom literature attributed to him. 2. Israel - The nation over which Solomon reigned. The cultural and religious context of Israel during Solomon's time provides the backdrop for understanding the wisdom literature. 3. The Heart - In Hebrew thought, the heart (Hebrew: "lev") is the center of human emotion, thought, and will. It is where intentions and true character reside. Teaching Points Self-Reflection and HumilityRecognize your own faults before criticizing others. Understanding our own imperfections fosters humility and compassion. Guarding the Heart Be mindful of what you allow to influence your heart, as it affects your thoughts and actions. Regularly examine your heart's condition in light of God's Word. The Power of Words Acknowledge the impact of your words on others. Strive to use your speech to build up rather than tear down. Forgiveness and Grace Extend the same grace and forgiveness to others that you desire for yourself. Remember that everyone is in need of God's mercy. Accountability and Growth Seek accountability in your spiritual walk. Surround yourself with fellow believers who encourage growth and provide honest feedback. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of Ecclesiastes 7:22?2. How does Ecclesiastes 7:22 encourage self-reflection on personal faults and forgiveness? 3. What does Ecclesiastes 7:22 reveal about human nature and sinfulness? 4. How can Ecclesiastes 7:22 be connected to Matthew 7:3-5 on judgment? 5. How should Ecclesiastes 7:22 influence our response to criticism from others? 6. In what ways can Ecclesiastes 7:22 guide us in practicing humility daily? 7. How does Ecclesiastes 7:22 address the nature of human sinfulness and forgiveness? 8. What historical context influenced the writing of Ecclesiastes 7:22? 9. How does Ecclesiastes 7:22 relate to the theme of self-awareness in the Bible? 10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Ecclesiastes 7? (22) Thine own heart knoweth.--Ecclesiastes 8:5; 1Kings 2:44; Proverbs 14:10.Verse 22. - Oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others. The appeal to a man's own conscience follows. The fact that we often speak ill of others should make us less open to take offence at what is said of ourselves, and prepared to expect unfavorable comments. The Lord has said, "Judge not, that ye be not judged; for with what judgment ye judge, ye shall be judged; and with what measure ye mete, it shall be measured unto you" (Matthew 7:1, 2). This is a universal law. "Who is he," asks Ben-Sirs, "that hath not offended with his tongue?" (Ecclus. 19:16). Septuagint, Ὅτι πλειστάκις πονηρεύσεταί σε καὶ καθόδους πολλὰς κακώσει καρδίαν σου ὄτι ὡς καίγε σὺ κατηράσω ἑτέρους, "For many times he [thy servant] shall act ill to thee, and in many ways shall afflict thine heart, for even thou also hast cursed others." This seems to be a combination of two renderings of the passage. "It is the praise of perfect greatness to meet hostile treatment, without bravely and within mercifully some things are more quickly dismissed from our hearts if we know our own misdemeanors against our neighbors. For whilst we reflect what we have been towards others, we are the less concerned that others should have proved such persons towards ourselves, be cause the injustice of another avenges in us what our conscience justly accuses in itself" (St. Gregory, 'Moral.,' 22:26). Ecclesiastes 7:22 confronts the instinct to take offense at what others say about us. Before we fixate on their slander, Solomon gently reminds us of our own record: we have often spoken the same way. The verse calls for humility, restraint, and mercy toward those who wrong us, grounded in the honest admission that we, too, need grace. Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Forכִּ֛י (kî) Conjunction Strong's 3588: A relative conjunction you know יָדַ֣ע (yā·ḏa‘) Verb - Qal - Perfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 3045: To know in your heart לִבֶּ֑ךָ (lib·be·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 3820: The heart, the feelings, the will, the intellect, centre that אֲשֶׁ֥ר (’ă·šer) Pronoun - relative Strong's 834: Who, which, what, that, when, where, how, because, in order that many רַבּ֖וֹת (rab·bō·wṯ) Adjective - feminine plural Strong's 7227: Much, many, great times פְּעָמִ֥ים (pə·‘ā·mîm) Noun - feminine plural Strong's 6471: A beat, foot, anvil, occurrence you yourself אַתָּ֖ה (’at·tāh) Pronoun - second person masculine singular Strong's 859: Thou and thee, ye and you have cursed קִלַּ֥לְתָּ (qil·lal·tā) Verb - Piel - Perfect - second person masculine singular Strong's 7043: To be slight, swift or trifling others. אֲחֵרִֽים׃ (’ă·ḥê·rîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 312: Hinder, next, other Additonal Resources Ecclesiastes 7:22 Blue Letter BibleEcclesiastes 7:22 Bible Gateway Ecclesiastes 7:22 Bible.com Ecclesiastes 7:22 NIV |
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