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Ecclesiastes 3:18 · KJV

"I said in mine heart concerning the estate of the sons of men, that God might manifest them, and that they might see that they themselves are beasts."

King James Version

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Passage Context

16And moreover I saw under the sun the place of judgment, that wickedness was there; and the place of righteousness, that iniquity was there.
17I said in mine heart, God shall judge the righteous and the wicked: for there is a time there for every purpose and for every work.
18I said in mine heart concerning the estate of the sons of men, that God might manifest them, and that they might see that they themselves are beasts.
19For that which befalleth the sons of men befalleth beasts; even one thing befalleth them: as the one dieth, so dieth the other; yea, they have all one breath; so that a man hath no preeminence above a beast: for all is vanity.
20All go unto one place; all are of the dust, and all turn to dust again.

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Reflection Questions

1

What does this verse reveal about human nature for you?

2

How do you perceive your place in the world compared to others?

3

When have you felt disconnected from your true self?

Life Application

self-awareness

Take time to reflect on your actions and motivations, seeking to align them with a deeper understanding of yourself.

faith

Recognize your need for God's guidance in understanding your true nature and purpose.

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