NET Bible
"Fools are placed in many positions of authority, while wealthy men sit in lowly positions."
— Ecclesiastes 10:6, NET Bible
“Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in low place.”
“folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in a low place. ”
“Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in a low place.”
“A fool set in high dignity, and the rich sitting beneath.”
“The foolish are placed in high positions, but men of wealth are kept low.”
“Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in low place.”
Even when a fool walks along the road he lacks sense, and shows everyone what a fool he is.
If the anger of the ruler flares up against you, do not resign from your position, for a calm response can undo great offenses.
I have seen another misfortune on the earth: It is an error a ruler makes.
Fools are placed in many positions of authority, while wealthy men sit in lowly positions.
I have seen slaves on horseback and princes walking on foot like slaves.
Wisdom is Needed to Avert Dangers in Everyday Life One who digs a pit may fall into it, and one who breaks through a wall may be bitten by a snake.
One who quarries stones may be injured by them; one who splits logs may be endangered by them.