Ecclesiastes 4:6
"The fool folds his hands together and ruins himself."
Key Reflection
In Ecclesiastes 4:6, the phrase "the fool folds his hands together and ruins himself" suggests that inactivity or laziness leads to self-destruction. By passively folding one's hands, the fool misses opportunities for productive work and fulfillment, ultimately bringing about personal ruin.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes