One generation passeth away, and another generation cometh: but the earth abideth for ever.
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Verse 4 is found in chapter 1 of Ecclesiastes. The book presents itself through the figure of Qohelet, traditionally associated with Solomon, although the identity and composition of the book have been debated. From the beginning, the expression “vanity of vanities” establishes the central problem: human activities, viewed from the perspective of their transience and limitations, do not produce lasting gain. The reference to generations coming and going introduces the contrast between human brevity and the continuity of the created world.
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Compare Ecclesiastes 1:4 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Ein Geschlecht vergeht, das andere kommt; die Erde aber bleibt ewiglich.
Generación va, y generación viene: mas la tierra siempre permanece.
Una generación se va y otra generación viene, pero la tierra permanece para siempre.
Une génération s'en va, une autre vient, et la terre subsiste toujours.
Una età va via, un’altra età viene; e la terra resta in perpetuo.
Uma geração vai, e outra geração vem; mas a terra para sempre permanece.
一代過去,一代又來, 地卻永遠長存。
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