Ecc 11:1 | MHM | STEP | The Obligations to Be Liberal; Answers to Objections against Liberality. In this section, Solomon encourages people, especially those who are rich, to be generous and to share with others. He teaches that giving to the poor is not a loss, but a wise investment that will bring blessings later. Solomon also answers common excuses people use for not being charitable, reminding us that we do not know what the future holds, so we should do good whenever we can. v. 1 : Solomon says, Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days . He means that when you give to others, even if it seems risky or like you may never see it again, you will be rewarded in time. Just as a farmer sows seed, trusting it will bring a harvest, we should give generously, trusting God to bring a return (Isaiah 32:20; Galatians 6:7 ).

‏ Ecclesiastes 11:1

The Obligations to Be Liberal; Answers to Objections against Liberality.

In this section, Solomon encourages people, especially those who are rich, to be generous and to share with others. He teaches that giving to the poor is not a loss, but a wise investment that will bring blessings later. Solomon also answers common excuses people use for not being charitable, reminding us that we do not know what the future holds, so we should do good whenever we can.

v. 1: Solomon says, Cast thy bread upon the waters: for thou shalt find it after many days . He means that when you give to others, even if it seems risky or like you may never see it again, you will be rewarded in time. Just as a farmer sows seed, trusting it will bring a harvest, we should give generously, trusting God to bring a return (Isaiah 32:20; Galatians 6:7 ^a).