Ecclesiastes 10:1-7 ▼

1 One dead fly makes the perfumer's ointment give off a rancid stench, so a little folly can outweigh much wisdom.

2 A wise person's good sense protects him, but a fool's lack of sense leaves him vulnerable.

3 Even when a fool walks along the road he lacks sense, and shows everyone what a fool he is.

4 If the anger of the ruler flares up against you, do not resign from your position, for a calm response can undo great offenses.

5 I have seen another misfortune on the earth: It is an error a ruler makes.

6 Fools are placed in many positions of authority, while wealthy men sit in lowly positions.

7 I have seen slaves on horseback and princes walking on foot like slaves.