Ecclesiastes 7:3

New International Reader's Version

Not being able to figure things out is better than laughter. That’s because sorrow is good for the heart.

Cross References

Psalm 119:67

Before I went through suffering, I went down the wrong path. But now I obey your word.

Psalm 119:71

It was good for me to suffer. That’s what helped me to understand your orders.

Ecclesiastes 2:2

“Laughter doesn’t make any sense,” I said. “And what can pleasure do for me?”

Ecclesiastes 7:4

Those who are wise are found where there is sorrow. But foolish people are found where there is pleasure.

Daniel 10:19

“Do not be afraid,” he said. “You are highly respected. May peace be with you! Be strong now. Be strong.” When he spoke to me, I became stronger. I said, “Speak, my master. You have given me strength.”

Luke 6:21

Blessed are you who are hungry now. You will be satisfied. Blessed are you who are sad now. You will laugh.

Luke 6:25

How terrible for you who are well fed now! You will go hungry. How terrible for you who laugh now! You will cry and be sad.

2 Corinthians 4:17

Our troubles are small. They last only for a short time. But they are earning for us a glory that will last forever. It is greater than all our troubles.