Ecclesiastes 5:9
Arabic SVD 1865 Version (Smith and Van Dyke)
ما معنى هذا؟
This verse says that everyone benefits from the land, including the king, who depends on what the fields produce. The speaker is likely the Preacher from Ecclesiastes, who is reflecting on the common good and the interdependence of society.
شرح للأطفال
Imagine a big garden where everyone grows food. Even the most important person in town, like the mayor, eats food that comes from that garden. This means that everyone, from the smallest child to the biggest leader, needs the garden to live well.
السياق التاريخي
Ecclesiastes was written by the Preacher, probably King Solomon, around the 5th century BCE. It was written for the people of Israel, reflecting on life’s realities and the importance of wise living in a society where the land and its produce support all levels of society.
التطبيق اليوم
In a modern scenario, this verse can remind us that in a company, even the CEO depends on the work of employees at all levels. It emphasizes that everyone has a crucial role and contributes to the common good.