--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: Then I commended mirth, because a man…" description: "\"Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of ..." image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5bd/bible-141_drink_then-i-commended-mirth-because-a-man-hat_759779.jpg" --- # Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing… ![“Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun.” quote by Bible](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5bd/bible-141_drink_then-i-commended-mirth-because-a-man-hat_759779.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5bd/bible-141_drink_then-i-commended-mirth-because-a-man-hat_759779.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/5bd/bible-141_drink_then-i-commended-mirth-because-a-man-hat_759779.jpg) > “Then I commended mirth, because a man hath no better thing under the sun, than to eat, and to drink, and to be merry: for that shall abide with him of his labour the days of his life, which God giveth him under the sun.” [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. Life’s simple pleasures—eating, drinking, and joy—are the best gifts God gives amid labor. **In simple terms:** Enjoy food, drink, and happiness as life's gifts. Key Takeaway Find joy in everyday blessings. Themes contentment gratitude simple pleasures Mood reflective grateful Type spiritual philosophical When to use this quote - daily work - celebrations - family meals - festivals Key Concepts Ecclesiastic wisdom human fulfillment Questions to Reflect On - What daily habit brings you the most joy? - How can you balance work and leisure? 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