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Jun 28, 2017 · Perhaps, in some way, ignorance really is bliss. Not the ignorance of closing ourselves off to wisdom (Scripture calls that stupid), but the ignorance we eventually find ourselves facing after we have pursued wisdom.
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Oct 7, 2022 · The Bible makes a distinction between ignorance and innocence. We don’t have to be ignorant of the fact of sin; in fact, we can be highly informed about sin yet remain innocent of it. But we should all be ignorant about the practice of evil. Ephesians 5:11–12 says, “Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather ...
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Admittedly, much of the book of Ecclesiastes presents a cynical look at reality. The author here is speaking of a contrast to being blissfully ignorant of the harsher elements of existence and knowledge of the way things are. One is reminded of the devastation brought on by the newfound “knowledge of good and evil” possessed by Adam and Eve after t...
#1 “For with much wisdom…” The Bible generally commends the attainment of wisdom (Prov 4:7). When it is set against foolishness, then certainly wisdom is to be preferred. #2 “…comes much sorrow;” Becoming worldly-wise, and at first, even spiritually wise can open the eyes to the harshest and saddest realities. #3 “the more knowledge, the more grief...
NIV For with much wisdom comes much sorrow; the more knowledge, the more grief. NLT The greater my wisdom, the greater my grief. To increase knowledge only increases sorrow. ESV For in much wisdom is much vexation, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow. KJV For in much wisdom is much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorr...
What the Bible says about Ignorance is Bliss. (From Forerunner Commentary) Job 20:5. Carnal joy is temporary because it is based in self-centeredness. By the lifestyles of the average, unconverted person, we can easily see that they live their lives according to the saying, "Ignorance is bliss!"
Jan 4, 2022 · Leviticus 5:17 makes it clear: “If someone sins and violates any of the LORD’s commandments even though he was unaware, he is still guilty and shall bear his punishment.” Ignorance did not excuse sin; sins the Israelites committed in ignorance still required an atoning sacrifice.
Jan 21, 2015 · For in much wisdom is much vexation, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow" (vv. 17–18). "Ignorance is bliss." That well-worn saying is not a piece of divinely inspired wisdom, but it certainly captures an important element of biblical truth.
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Jan 15, 2010 · Ignorance is not bliss - it is ignorance. God makes Himself known to us through His Word. He says, "I Am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing" (John 15:5, NIV).
