Ecclesiastes 7:3

Modern English Version

Grief is better than laughter, for by sadness of countenance the heart considers the good.

Cross References

Psalm 119:67

Before I was afflicted I went astray, but now I keep Your word.

Psalm 119:71

It is good for me that I have been afflicted, that I might learn Your statutes.

Ecclesiastes 2:2

And I said of frivolous fun, “They are only senseless ideas,” and regarding selfish pleasure, “What purpose is this?”

Ecclesiastes 7:4

The heart of those who are wise is in the house of mourning, but the heart of those who are foolish is in the house of feasting.

Daniel 10:19

He said, “O man, greatly beloved, do not fear. Peace be unto you. Be strong and courageous!” When he spoke to me, I was strengthened and said, “Let my lord speak, for you have strengthened me.”

Luke 6:21

Blessed are you who hunger now, for you shall be filled. Blessed are you who weep now, for you shall laugh.

Luke 6:25

Woe to you who are filled, for you shall hunger. Woe to you who laugh now, for you shall mourn and weep.

2 Corinthians 4:17

Our light affliction, which lasts but for a moment, works for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory,