Ecclesiastes 8:4

4 Since the word of the king is authoritative, 1who will say to him, "What are you doing?"

Ecclesiastes 8:4 In-Context

2 I say, "Keep the command of the king because of the oath before God.
3 "Do not be in a hurry to leave him. Do not join in an evil matter, for he will do whatever he pleases."
4 Since the word of the king is authoritative, who will say to him, "What are you doing?"
5 He who keeps a royal command experiences no trouble, for a wise heart knows the proper time and procedure.
6 For there is a proper time and procedure for every delight, though a man's trouble is heavy upon him.

Cross References 1

  • 1. Job 9:12; Daniel 4:35
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