Ecclesiastes 6:11
“For there are many words that create vanity. What does that profit man?”
What does Ecclesiastes 6:11 mean?
The Teacher in Ecclesiastes is asking us to consider whether endless talking and endless striving really get us anywhere. He's observed that we humans are prone to chasing after more, saying more, and wanting more, yet all these words and efforts often leave us empty-handed and spiritually hollow. This is a gentle invitation to pause and ask yourself: am I spending my energy on things that actually matter, or am I just spinning my wheels with busyness and noise? Sometimes the wisest move is to step back, quiet down, and consider what truly benefits our lives and souls.