Old Testament · Wisdom
Eclesiastes 7:9
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Be not hasty in thy spirit to be angry: for anger resteth in the bosom of fools.
About Eclesiastes 7:9
Eclesiastes 7:9 from Eclesiastes speaks directly to Raiva, offering wisdom drawn from the Old Testament tradition. This passage in the wisdom literature of Scripture is widely cherished by students and teachers alike.
Related Verses
- Efésios 4:26
“Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath:”
- Efésios 4:27
“Neither give place to the devil.”
- Tiago 1:19
“Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:”
- Tiago 1:20
“For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.”
- Provérbios 15:1
“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”
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Promises and Prayers Connected to This Verse
Divine Promises
- Be Angry and Sin Not — the Governed Permission of Ephesians 4:26
Prayer Points
- Bringing Anger to God Before Sunset (Psalm 4:4, Ephesians 4:26)
How to Apply Eclesiastes 7:9
Study Eclesiastes 7:9 in context by reading the surrounding passage in Eclesiastes. Identify one person in your life who might be encouraged by this verse on the theme of Raiva. Share it with them and open a conversation rooted in Scripture — sometimes the most practical application is passing the Word along.