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Ecclesiastes 7:26 · KJV

"And I find more bitter than death the woman, whose heart is snares and nets, and her hands as bands: whoso pleaseth God shall escape from her; but the sinner shall be taken by her."

King James Version

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Passage Context

24That which is far off, and exceeding deep, who can find it out?
25I applied mine heart to know, and to search, and to seek out wisdom, and the reason of things, and to know the wickedness of folly, even of foolishness and madness:
26And I find more bitter than death the woman, whose heart is snares and nets, and her hands as bands: whoso pleaseth God shall escape from her; but the sinner shall be taken by her.
27Behold, this have I found, saith the preacher, counting one by one, to find out the account:
28Which yet my soul seeketh, but I find not: one man among a thousand have I found; but a woman among all those have I not found.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you discern healthy relationships in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to please God?

3

When have you felt trapped by someone in your life?

Life Application

relationships

Evaluate your close relationships and ensure they are uplifting and not harmful. Seek to surround yourself with those who encourage your faith.

faith

Trust in God’s guidance to help you navigate difficult relationships and avoid those that lead you away from Him.

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