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Barnes' Notes on Ecclesiastes 7:3

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Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · 19th-century historical commentary
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Sorrow - Rather, Seriousness. The heart is made better - i. e., is made bright and joyful (compare 2 Corinthians 6:10). The mind which bears itself equally in human concerns, whether they be pleasant or sorrowful, must always be glad, free, and at peace. return to 'Top of Page'
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