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Ecclesiastes 4:9-10
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Two are better than one because they have a good return for their hard work. If either should fall, one can pick up the other. But how miserable are those who fall and don’t have a companion to help them up!
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Ecclesiastes 4:12
Also, one can be overpowered, but two together can put up resistance. A three-ply cord doesn’t easily snap.
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Ecclesiastes 4:11
Also, if two lie down together, they can stay warm. But how can anyone stay warm alone?
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Ecclesiastes 4:6
But better is resting with one handful than working hard for two fistfuls and chasing after wind.
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Ecclesiastes 4:4
I also observed that people work hard and become good at what they do only out of mutual envy. This too is pointless, just wind chasing.
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Ecclesiastes 4:13
A poor but wise youth is better than an old and foolish king, who no longer listens to advice.
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