World English Bible
Ecclesiastes 5:7
“For in the multitude of dreams there are vanities, as well as in many words: but you must fear God.”
Verse in context — Ecclesiastes 5
5
It is better that you should not vow, than that you should vow and not pay.
6
Don't allow your mouth to lead you into sin. Don't protest before the messenger that this was a mistake. Why should God be angry at your voice, and destroy the work of your hands?
7
For in the multitude of dreams there are vanities, as well as in many words: but you must fear God.
8
If you see the oppression of the poor, and the violent taking away of justice and righteousness in a district, don't marvel at the matter: for one official is eyed by a higher one; and there are officials over them.
9
Moreover the profit of the earth is for all. The king profits from the field.
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