Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

Devotionals, Articles, and Bible Study Resources on Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

9Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.
10For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up!
11Again, if two lie down together, they will keep warm; but how can one keep warm alone?
12And though one may be overpowered, two can resist. Moreover, a cord of three strands is not quickly broken.
— Ecclesiastes 4:9-12

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