Ecclesiastes 4:11

“Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?”

"Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" - Ecclesiastes 4:11
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What does Ecclesiastes 4:11 mean?

Ecclesiastes 4:11 in the King James Version (KJV) reads, "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" This verse is part of the wisdom literature in the Old Testament, which is traditionally attributed to King Solomon. The book of…

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The Warmth of Companionship

Ecclesiastes 4:11 states, "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?" This profound verse from the book of Ecclesiastes emphasizes the intrinsic value of companionship and support in our lives. Written by Solomon, this passage embodies not…

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Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts filled with gratitude for the wisdom that Your Word imparts. In the book of Ecclesiastes, we read the profound truth in the verse that states, "Again, if two lie together, then they have heat: but how can one be warm alone?"…

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