Ecclesiastes 5:5 The Pursuit of Pleasure and Contentment

5 It is better not to vow than to make a vow and not fulfill it.

Meaning of Ecclesiastes 5:5

Ecclesiastes 5:5 emphasizes the gravity of our promises to God: "It is better not to make a vow than to make one and not fulfill it." This verse calls us to a deep, introspective reverence, urging that our words align with our actions, respecting God’s holiness by honoring our commitments with integrity.

Cross References for Ecclesiastes 5:5

Psalms 116:18 - I will fulfill my vows to the Lord in the presence of all his people, Click to read the verse Psalms 116:18 Click to read the verse Psalms 116:18

Acts 5:4 - Didn’t it belong to you before it was sold? And after it was sold, wasn’t the money at your dis... Click to read the verse Acts 5:4 Click to read the verse Acts 5:4

Proverbs 20:25 - It is a trap for a man to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider his vows. Click to read the verse Proverbs 20:25 Click to read the verse Proverbs 20:25

Nehemiah 5:13 - I also shook out the folds of my robe and said, “In this way may God shake out of his house and... Click to read the verse Nehemiah 5:13 Click to read the verse Nehemiah 5:13

Deuteronomy 23:22 - But if you refrain from making a vow, you will not be guilty. Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 23:22 Click to read the verse Deuteronomy 23:22