Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Always be clothed in white, and always anoint your head with oil. New Living Translation Wear fine clothes, with a splash of cologne! English Standard Version Let your garments be always white. Let not oil be lacking on your head. Berean Standard Bible Let your garments always be white, and never spare the oil for your head. King James Bible Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head lack no ointment. New King James Version Let your garments always be white, And let your head lack no oil. New American Standard Bible See that your clothes are white all the time, and that there is no lack of oil on your head. NASB 1995 Let your clothes be white all the time, and let not oil be lacking on your head. NASB 1977 Let your clothes be white all the time, and let not oil be lacking on your head. Legacy Standard Bible Let your clothes be white all the time, and let not oil be lacking on your head. Amplified Bible Let your clothes always be white [with purity], and do not let the oil [of gladness] be lacking on your head. Christian Standard Bible Let your clothes be white all the time, and never let oil be lacking on your head. Holman Christian Standard Bible Let your clothes be white all the time, and never let oil be lacking on your head. American Standard Version Let thy garments be always white; and let not thy head lack oil. Contemporary English Version Dress up, comb your hair, and look your best. English Revised Version Let thy garments be always white; and let not thy head lack ointment. GOD'S WORD® Translation Always wear clean clothes, and never go without lotion on your head. Good News Translation Always look happy and cheerful. International Standard Version Always keep your garments white, and don't fail to anoint your head. Majority Standard Bible Let your garments always be white, and never spare the oil for your head. NET Bible Let your clothes always be white, and do not spare precious ointment on your head. New Heart English Bible Let your garments be always white, and do not let your head lack oil. Webster's Bible Translation Let thy garments be always white; and let thy head lack no ointment. World English Bible Let your garments be always white, and don’t let your head lack oil. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionAt all times let your garments be white, and do not let oil be lacking on your head. Young's Literal Translation At all times let thy garments be white, and let not perfume be lacking on thy head. Smith's Literal Translation In all time thy garments shall be white; and ointment shall not be wanting upon thy head. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAt all times let thy garments be white, and let not oil depart from thy head. Catholic Public Domain Version Let your garments be white at all times, and let not oil be absent from your head. New American Bible At all times let your garments be white, and spare not the perfume for your head. New Revised Standard Version Let your garments always be white; do not let oil be lacking on your head. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleLet your garments be always white; and let your head lack no ointment. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Always let your garments be white and let not your head lack oil OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Let thy garments be always white; And let thy head lack no oil. Brenton Septuagint Translation Let thy garments be always white; and let not oil be wanting on thine head. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Enjoy Your Portion in This Life7Go, eat your bread with joy, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart, for God has already approved your works: 8Let your garments always be white, and never spare the oil for your head. 9Enjoy life with your beloved wife all the days of the fleeting life that God has given you under the sun—all your fleeting days. For this is your portion in life and in your labor under the sun.… Cross References Isaiah 61:10 I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. Revelation 3:4-5 But you do have a few people in Sardis who have not soiled their garments, and because they are worthy, they will walk with Me in white. / Like them, he who overcomes will be dressed in white. And I will never blot out his name from the Book of Life, but I will confess his name before My Father and His angels. Matthew 22:11-12 But when the king came in to see the guests, he spotted a man who was not dressed in wedding clothes. / ‘Friend,’ he asked, ‘how did you get in here without wedding clothes?’ But the man was speechless. Psalm 45:7-8 You have loved righteousness and hated wickedness; therefore God, your God, has anointed you above your companions with the oil of joy. / All your garments are fragrant with myrrh and aloes and cassia; from palaces of ivory the harps make you glad. Revelation 19:8 She was given clothing of fine linen, bright and pure.” For the fine linen she wears is the righteous acts of the saints. Zechariah 3:3-5 Now Joshua was dressed in filthy garments as he stood before the angel. / So the angel said to those standing before him, “Take off his filthy clothes!” Then he said to Joshua, “See, I have removed your iniquity, and I will clothe you with splendid robes.” / Then I said, “Let them put a clean turban on his head.” So a clean turban was placed on his head, and they clothed him, as the angel of the LORD stood by. Luke 15:22 But the father said to his servants, ‘Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Genesis 41:14 So Pharaoh sent for Joseph, who was quickly brought out of the dungeon. After he had shaved and changed his clothes, he went in before Pharaoh. 2 Samuel 12:20 Then David got up from the ground, washed and anointed himself, changed his clothes, and went into the house of the LORD and worshiped. Then he went to his own house, and at his request they set food before him, and he ate. Esther 8:15 Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal garments of blue and white, with a large gold crown and a purple robe of fine linen. And the city of Susa shouted and rejoiced. Job 29:14 I put on righteousness, and it clothed me; justice was my robe and my turban. Psalm 23:5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Matthew 6:17 But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, 2 Chronicles 5:12 all the Levitical singers—Asaph, Heman, Jeduthun, and their sons and relatives—stood on the east side of the altar, dressed in fine linen and playing cymbals, harps, and lyres, accompanied by 120 priests sounding trumpets. Daniel 7:9 As I continued to watch, thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat. His clothing was white as snow, and the hair of His head was like pure wool. His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze. Treasury of Scripture Let your garments be always white; and let your head lack no ointment. thy garments 2 Samuel 19:24 And Mephibosheth the son of Saul came down to meet the king, and had neither dressed his feet, nor trimmed his beard, nor washed his clothes, from the day the king departed until the day he came again in peace. Esther 8:15 And Mordecai went out from the presence of the king in royal apparel of blue and white, and with a great crown of gold, and with a garment of fine linen and purple: and the city of Shushan rejoiced and was glad. Revelation 3:4,5 Thou hast a few names even in Sardis which have not defiled their garments; and they shall walk with me in white: for they are worthy… let thy head Ruth 3:3 Wash thyself therefore, and anoint thee, and put thy raiment upon thee, and get thee down to the floor: but make not thyself known unto the man, until he shall have done eating and drinking. 2 Samuel 14:2 And Joab sent to Tekoah, and fetched thence a wise woman, and said unto her, I pray thee, feign thyself to be a mourner, and put on now mourning apparel, and anoint not thyself with oil, but be as a woman that had a long time mourned for the dead: Daniel 10:3 I ate no pleasant bread, neither came flesh nor wine in my mouth, neither did I anoint myself at all, till three whole weeks were fulfilled. Jump to Previous Always Anoint Clothed Clothes Clothing Garments Head Lack Oil Ointment Perfume Time Times WhiteJump to Next Always Anoint Clothed Clothes Clothing Garments Head Lack Oil Ointment Perfume Time Times WhiteEcclesiastes 9 1. like things happen to good and bad4. there is a necessity of death unto men 7. Comfort is all their portion in this life 11. God's providence rules over all 13. wisdom is better than strength Let your garments always be white In biblical times, white garments often symbolized purity, joy, and celebration. Ecclesiastes, written by Solomon, reflects on the fleeting nature of life and encourages living with joy and righteousness. White garments are also associated with holiness and righteousness in other scriptures, such as Revelation 3:5, where the overcomers are promised to be clothed in white. This phrase suggests living a life that is pleasing to God, marked by purity and moral integrity. In the cultural context, wearing white garments was common during festivals and joyous occasions, indicating a life lived in celebration of God's blessings. and never spare the oil for your head Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally considered the author of Ecclesiastes, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. Ecclesiastes is a reflection on the meaning of life and the pursuit of happiness. 2. Israel The cultural and historical context of Ecclesiastes is ancient Israel, where customs and traditions, such as wearing white garments and anointing with oil, held significant meaning. 3. The Preacher (Qoheleth) The voice in Ecclesiastes, often identified with Solomon, who explores life's complexities and the pursuit of joy amidst life's vanities. Teaching Points Symbolism of White GarmentsWhite garments in biblical times symbolized purity, joy, and celebration. As believers, we are called to live lives that reflect the purity and joy found in Christ, maintaining a demeanor that honors God. Anointing with Oil Oil in Scripture often represents the Holy Spirit, blessing, and consecration. We are encouraged to live under the anointing of the Holy Spirit, allowing His presence to guide and empower us daily. Living Joyfully in the Present Ecclesiastes 9:8 encourages us to embrace the present with joy and gratitude. In a world filled with uncertainties, we are reminded to cherish the blessings we have and live fully in the moment. Spiritual Readiness Just as white garments and oil were part of preparation for special occasions, we are called to be spiritually prepared for Christ's return, living in a state of readiness and expectation.-82Samuel 12:20; 2Samuel 14:2; Psalm 45:8; Psalm 104:14; Revelation 7:9.Verse 8. - Let thy garments be always white. The Preacher brings into prominence certain particulars of enjoyment, more noticeable than mere eating and drinking. White garments in the East (as among ourselves) were symbols of joy and purity. Thus the singers in Solomon's temple were arrayed in white linen (2 Chronicles 5:12). Mordecai was thus honored by King Ahasuerus (Esther 8:15), the angels are seen similarly decked (Mark 16:5), and the glorified saints are clothed in white (Revelation 3:4, 5, 18). So in the pseudepi-graphal books the same imagery is retained. Those that "have fulfilled the Law of the Lord have received glorious garments, and are clothed in white" (2 Esdr. 2:39, 40). Among the Romans the same symbolism obtained. Horace ('Sat.,' 2:2. 60) - "Ille repotia, natales aliosve dierum "Though he in whitened toga celebrate "Non Arabs noster rore capillus olet." . . . Hebrew “Let your clothesבְגָדֶ֖יךָ (ḇə·ḡā·ḏe·ḵā) Noun - masculine plural construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 899: A covering, clothing, treachery, pillage always בְּכָל־ (bə·ḵāl) Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every be יִהְי֥וּ (yih·yū) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine plural Strong's 1961: To fall out, come to pass, become, be white, לְבָנִ֑ים (lə·ḇā·nîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 3836: White and never אַל־ (’al-) Adverb Strong's 408: Not spare יֶחְסָֽר׃ (yeḥ·sār) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2637: To lack, need, be lacking, decrease the oil וְשֶׁ֖מֶן (wə·še·men) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 8081: Grease, liquid, richness for עַל־ (‘al-) Preposition Strong's 5921: Above, over, upon, against your head.” רֹאשְׁךָ֥ (rō·šə·ḵā) Noun - masculine singular construct | second person masculine singular Strong's 7218: The head Links Ecclesiastes 9:8 NIVEcclesiastes 9:8 NLT Ecclesiastes 9:8 ESV Ecclesiastes 9:8 NASB Ecclesiastes 9:8 KJV Ecclesiastes 9:8 BibleApps.com Ecclesiastes 9:8 Biblia Paralela Ecclesiastes 9:8 Chinese Bible Ecclesiastes 9:8 French Bible Ecclesiastes 9:8 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Ecclesiastes 9:8 Let your garments be always white (Ecclesiast. 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