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Ecclesiastes 4:14

King James Version (KJV)

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Ecclesiastes 4:14

Verse 14 of 16

Scripture focus

For out of prison he cometh to reign; whereas also [he that is] born in his kingdom becometh poor.

Ecclesiastes 4:14 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on Ecclesiastes 4:14

Theological / Devotional

Out of prison. Literally, “from the house of prisoners;” perhaps figuratively, from the midst of forbidding circumstances. The meaning is that a young man may overcome the disadvantages confronting him, and if he is wise and teachable, become a success in life. He may even attain to the highest position in the land (see 1 Kings 11:26—28).

Poor. An unwise king with no concern for the welfare of his subjects may be deposed, suffer great hardships, and possibly lose his life.

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