--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Behold that which I have seen: it is good…" description: "\"Behold that which I have seen: it is good and comely for one to eat and to drink, and to enjoy the good of all his labour that he taketh under the sun ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c1e/bible-141_drink_behold-that-which-i-have-seen-it-is-good_1649373.jpg" --- # Behold that which I have seen: it is good and comely for… ![“Behold that which I have seen: it is good and comely for one to eat and to drink, and to enjoy the good of all his labour that he taketh under the sun all the days of his life, which God giveth him: for it is his portion.” quote by Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c1e/bible-141_drink_behold-that-which-i-have-seen-it-is-good_1649373.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c1e/bible-141_drink_behold-that-which-i-have-seen-it-is-good_1649373.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/c1e/bible-141_drink_behold-that-which-i-have-seen-it-is-good_1649373.jpg) > “Behold that which I have seen: it is good and comely for one to eat and to drink, and to enjoy the good of all his labour that he taketh under the sun all the days of his life, which God giveth him: for it is his portion.” [Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/bible/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. Contentment comes from enjoying the simple blessings of daily work, recognizing them as a divine gift and personal portion. **In simple terms:** Enjoy daily work’s simple gifts. Key Takeaway Appreciate everyday blessings. Themes contentment gratitude spirituality Mood peaceful reflective Type scriptural philosophical When to use this quote - daily meals - family gatherings - personal reflection - celebrations Key Concepts Divine providence human labor joy in work Questions to Reflect On - How do you recognize blessings as gifts? - What simple joys sustain you? 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