World English Bible
Ecclesiastes 10:5
“There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, the sort of error which proceeds from the ruler.”
Verse in context — Ecclesiastes 10
3
Yes also, when the fool walks by the way, his understanding fails him, and he says to everyone that he is a fool.
4
If the spirit of the ruler rises up against you, don't leave your place; for gentleness lays great offenses to rest.
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There is an evil which I have seen under the sun, the sort of error which proceeds from the ruler.
6
Folly is set in great dignity, and the rich sit in a low place.
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I have seen servants on horses, and princes walking like servants on the earth.
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