Ecclesiastes 5:9

9 But the greatest advantage to the country is when the king makes himself a servant to the land.

Ecclesiastes 5:9 In-Context

7 For [this is what happens when there are too] many dreams, aimless activities and words. Instead, just fear God!
8 If you see the poor oppressed, rights violated and justice perverted in the province, don't be surprised; for a high official has one higher watching him, and there are others above them.
9 But the greatest advantage to the country is when the king makes himself a servant to the land.
10 The lover of money never has enough money; the lover of luxury never has enough income. This too is pointless.
11 When the quantity of goods increases, so does the number of parasites consuming them; so the only advantage to the owner is that he gets to watch them do it.
Complete Jewish Bible Copyright 1998 by David H. Stern. Published by Jewish New Testament Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission.