Ecclesiastes 10:3

Yea also, when he that is a fool walketh by the way, his wisdom faileth him, and he saith to every one that he is a fool.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 10:3

BSB

Even as the fool walks along the road, his sense is lacking, and he shows everyone that he is a fool.

AKJV

Yes also, when he that is a fool walks by the way, his wisdom fails him, and he said to every one that he is a fool.

CPDV

Moreover, as a foolish man is walking along the way, even though he himself is unwise, he considers everyone to be foolish.

ERV

Yea also, when the fool walketh by the way, his understanding faileth him, and he saith to every one that he is a fool.

NHEB

Yes also, when the fool walks by the way, his understanding fails him, and he says to everyone that he is a fool.

SMT

And also as the foolish one went in the way, his heart was wanting, and he said to all, It is folly.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Ecclesiastes 10:3

YeaalsowhenhethatisafoolH5530Noun Masculine walkethH1980VerbbythewayH1870Noun MasculinehiswisdomH3820Noun Masculine failethH2638AdjectivehimandhesaithH559VerbtoeveryonethatheisafoolH5530Noun Masculine

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 10:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Ecclesiastes 10:3

Summary

Foolish person broadcasts own deficiency

Place

Way

Event

Fool reveals own foolishness

Estimated Time Period

c. 3rd century BC