Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
For what hath man of all his labour, and of the vexation of his heart, wherein he hath laboured under the sun?
Hath man
And of the
General references
Bible References
Hath man
Ecclesiastes 1:3
What benefit do people get from all the effort which they expend on earth?
Ecclesiastes 3:9
What benefit can a worker gain from his toil?
Ecclesiastes 5:10
The one who loves money will never be satisfied with money, he who loves wealth will never be satisfied with his income. This also is futile.
Ecclesiastes 6:7
All of man's labor is for nothing more than to fill his stomach -- yet his appetite is never satisfied!
Ecclesiastes 8:15
So I recommend the enjoyment of life, for there is nothing better on earth for a person to do except to eat, drink, and enjoy life. So joy will accompany him in his toil during the days of his life which God gives him on earth.
Proverbs 16:26
A laborer's appetite works on his behalf, for his hunger urges him to work.
1 Timothy 6:8
But if we have food and shelter, we will be satisfied with that.
And of the
Ecclesiastes 4:6
Better is one handful with some rest than two hands full of toil and chasing the wind.
Psalm 127:2
It is vain for you to rise early, come home late, and work so hard for your food. Yes, he can provide for those whom he loves even when they sleep.
Matthew 6:11
Give us today our daily bread,
Matthew 16:26
For what does it benefit a person if he gains the whole world but forfeits his life? Or what can a person give in exchange for his life?
Luke 12:22
Then Jesus said to his disciples, "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat, or about your body, what you will wear.
Philippians 4:6
Do not be anxious about anything. Instead, in every situation, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, tell your requests to God.
1 Peter 5:7
by casting all your cares on him because he cares for you.
General references
Ecclesiastes 3:9
What benefit can a worker gain from his toil?