Ecclesiastes 8:1

Good News Translation

Only the wise know what things really mean. Wisdom makes them smile and makes their frowns disappear.

Cross References

Genesis 40:8

They answered, “Each of us had a dream, and there is no one here to explain what the dreams mean.” “It is God who gives the ability to interpret dreams,” Joseph said. “Tell me your dreams.”

Job 33:23

Perhaps an angel may come to their aid— one of God's thousands of angels, who remind us of our duty.

Exodus 34:35

and they would see that his face was shining. Then he would put the veil back on until the next time he went to speak with the Lord.

Proverbs 1:6

so that they can understand the hidden meanings of proverbs and the problems that the wise raise.

Proverbs 12:8

If you are intelligent, you will be praised; if you are stupid, people will look down on you.

Proverbs 17:24

An intelligent person aims at wise action, but a fool starts off in many directions.

Proverbs 21:29

Righteous people are sure of themselves; the wicked have to pretend as best they can.

Proverbs 24:5

Being wise is better than being strong; yes, knowledge is more important than strength.

Daniel 2:22

He reveals things that are deep and secret; he knows what is hidden in darkness, and he himself is surrounded by light.

Daniel 2:47

The king said, “Your God is the greatest of all gods, the Lord over kings, and the one who reveals mysteries. I know this because you have been able to explain this mystery.”

Matthew 17:2

As they looked on, a change came over Jesus: his face was shining like the sun, and his clothes were dazzling white.

Acts 4:13

The members of the Council were amazed to see how bold Peter and John were and to learn that they were ordinary men of no education. They realized then that they had been companions of Jesus.

Acts 4:29

And now, Lord, take notice of the threats they have made, and allow us, your servants, to speak your message with all boldness.

Acts 6:15

All those sitting in the Council fixed their eyes on Stephen and saw that his face looked like the face of an angel.

Romans 13:5

For this reason you must obey the authorities—not just because of God's punishment, but also as a matter of conscience.

Ephesians 6:19

And pray also for me, that God will give me a message when I am ready to speak, so that I may speak boldly and make known the gospel's secret.

Deuteronomy 28:50

They will be ruthless and show no mercy to anyone, young or old.

2 Timothy 4:17

But the Lord stayed with me and gave me strength, so that I was able to proclaim the full message for all the Gentiles to hear; and I was rescued from being sentenced to death.

2 Peter 1:20

Above all else, however, remember that none of us can explain by ourselves a prophecy in the Scriptures.