Ecclesiastes 4:13
“Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished.”

What does Ecclesiastes 4:13 mean?
Ecclesiastes 4:13 - "Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished." The book of Ecclesiastes is a philosophical and reflective book in the Old Testament credited to King Solomon, who was renowned for his wisdom. This particular…
Read full commentaryDevotionalWisdom Over Wealth: A Reflection on Ecclesiastes 4:13
In its exploration of life’s intricacies, the Book of Ecclesiastes delivers profound insights that challenge conventional wisdom. Our focal verse, Ecclesiastes 4:13 (KJV), states, “Better is a poor and a wise child than an old and foolish king, who will no more be admonished.”…
Read devotionalPrayerA Prayer for Wisdom and Humility
O Heavenly Father, We come before You in reverence and awe, acknowledging Your sovereignty over all creation. As we pause in this moment, we are reminded of the profound wisdom found in Your Word, particularly in the verse from Ecclesiastes 4:13, which states, "Better is a poor…
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