Solomon believed that it was not wise to make a vow to God and not keep it. It's better to not make a vow than to make one to God and not keep it.
Ecclesiastes 5
Ecclesiastes 5
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Ecclesiastes 2
Ecclesiastes 2
Solomon conducted his search for life's meaning as an experiment. The first thing he tried to satisfy himself with was pleasure. He bought more slaves, herds, and flocks. He surrounded himself with jesters, singers, and many beautiful women. This still did not satisfy him. He referred to it as "chasing after the wind."