Ecclesiastes 9:4

For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 9:4

BSB
There is hope, however, for anyone who is among the living; for even a live dog is better than a dead lion.
AKJV
For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
CPDV
There is no one who lives forever, or who even has confidence in this regard. A living dog is better than a dead lion.
ERV
For to him that is joined with all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
NHEB
For to him who is joined with all the living there is hope; for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
SMT
For whoever shall choose to all the living there is hope: for to a living dog it is good above a dead lion.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 9:4

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 9:4
Summary
Living holds hope despite modest status
Event
Asserting life's advantage over death
Estimated Time Period
c. 300-200 BC
Category
Teaching