Mark Dunagan Commentaries

Ecclesiastes 10:10

"If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength. Wisdom has the advantage of giving success."

"The axe may be symbolic of all implements used by men in the activities of their work. When wisdom is not employed the maximum benefit of all implements is lessened" (Kidwell p. 250). And yet how many of us want to jump right into. project without the proper preparation?

"the advantage of giving success" -"Wisdom teaches how to conduct matters to. successful end; for instance, it prompts the worker to sharpen his tool instead of trying to accomplish his task by an exertion of mere brute strength" (P.P. Comm. p. 252).

Points To Note:

1 One can work harder or they can work smarter. 2. Once again we are brought back to the truth found in Ecclesiastes 10:1. Without wisdom, all our efforts can be in vain. Thus wisdom prompts one to make careful plans and preparation. Wisdom not only reaches for the right tool, but makes sure that such. tool is working properly. 3. If wisdom can be beneficial in using such. common tool as an axe, how much more is wisdom needed when speaking, listening, controlling our emotions or dealing with others? (James 1:19)

Continues after advertising

BibliaPlus

Mark Dunagan Commentaries

Ecclesiastes 10:10

Old Testament

New Testament