Ecclesiastes 10:4

If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding pacifieth great offences.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 10:4

BSB
If the ruler's temper flares against you, do not abandon your post, for calmness lays great offenses to rest.
AKJV
If the spirit of the ruler rise up against you, leave not your place; for yielding pacifies great offenses.
CPDV
If the spirit of one who holds authority rises over you, do not leave your place, because attentiveness will cause the greatest sins to cease.
ERV
If the spirit of the ruler rise up against thee, leave not thy place; for yielding allayeth great offences.
NHEB
If the spirit of the ruler rises up against you, do not leave your place; for gentleness lays great offenses to rest.
SMT
If the spirit of him ruling shall go up against thee, thou shalt not leave thy place; for quietness will put down great sins.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 10:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 10:4
Summary
Submission prevents serious conflict escalation
Event
Counsel on yielding to authority
Estimated Time Period
c. 3rd century BC
Category
Wisdom