Let thy garments be always white; that is, neat and clean, not vile and sordid; what is comely and decent, and suitable to a man's circumstances.

Let thy garments be always white. That is, neat and clean, not vile and sordid; what is comely and decent, and suitable to a man's circumstances.

Ecclesiastes 9:8 has four symbols in it that will help explain the message that God put in the verse for our edification.

In Ecclesiastes 9:8, Solomon emphasizes the importance of maintaining a joyful and fulfilling life amidst uncertainties.

All things come alike to all: there is one event to the righteous, and to the wicked; to the good and to the clean, and to the unclean; to him that sacrificeth, ...

25 авг. 2023 г. · Solomon gives a blessing that the person reading would have garments that are always white, and that the person's head would never lack for oil.

The entire verse is metaphorical, using the symbols of clothing and oil for advising the reader to live a life that is altogether joyous and happy.

Let your garments be always white. Let not oil be lacking on your head. NIV Always be clothed in white, and always anoint your head with oil.

David Guzik commentary on Ecclesiastes 9 describes the best way to live “under the sun”, namely to live live and make the best of a bad thing.