Ecclesiastes 10:14
Vietnamese (Kinh Thánh Tiếng Việt 1925)
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This verse from Ecclesiastes tells us that fools often talk a lot, but no one can really know the future or what will happen after they are gone. The speaker is the Preacher, and the key message is that excessive talk doesn’t mean someone is wise.
Giải thích cho trẻ em
Imagine a friend who talks and talks but doesn’t really know much. That’s like a fool. Just like you can’t tell what your life will be like in the future, no one can really know what will happen after they are gone. So, it’s better to be quiet sometimes and think before you speak.
Bối cảnh lịch sử
Ecclesiastes was written by the Preacher, thought to be King Solomon, in the 5th century BCE. The book addresses the audience of Israelites, and its context is about understanding life and the futility of earthly pursuits without God.
Áp dụng cho hôm nay
In a modern context, think of a colleague at work who talks a lot but rarely offers useful insights. This verse reminds us that being verbose doesn’t equate to wisdom and that predicting the future is impossible.