Ecc 8:12 | JFB | STEP | 12. He says this, lest the sinner should abuse the statement ( ), "A wicked man prolongeth his life." before him-- literally, "at His presence"; reverently serve Him, realizing His continual presence.

‏ Ecclesiastes 8:12

12. He says this, lest the sinner should abuse the statement (Ec 7:15), "A wicked man prolongeth his life."

before him--literally, "at His presence"; reverently serve Him, realizing His continual presence.