Ecclesiastes 9:4
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King James Version (modern wording)
In order to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
Ecclesiastes 9:4 (KJV)
American Standard Version
For to him that is joined with all the living there is hope; for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
Ecclesiastes 9:4 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
There is hope, however, for anyone who is among the living; for even a live dog is better than a dead lion.
Ecclesiastes 9:4 (BSB)
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What does Ecclesiastes 9:4 say?
Ecclesiastes 9:4 in modern King James wording reads: "In order to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion."
Where is Ecclesiastes 9:4 found in the Bible?
Ecclesiastes 9:4 is verse 4 of chapter 9 of the book of Ecclesiastes, in the Old Testament. Ecclesiastes has 12 chapters.
Which translations of Ecclesiastes 9:4 can I read here?
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