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Ecclesiastes 10:9
He who quarries stones may be hurt with them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them.
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Christian Standard Bible®
The one who quarries stones may be hurt by them;the one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
The one who quarries stones may be hurt by them;the one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
Hebrew Names Version
Whoever carves out stones may be injured by them. Whoever splits wood may be endangered thereby.
Whoever carves out stones may be injured by them. Whoever splits wood may be endangered thereby.
King James Version
Whoso removeth stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood shall be endangered thereby.
Whoso removeth stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood shall be endangered thereby.
English Standard Version
He who quarries stones is hurt by them, and he who splits logs is endangered by them.
He who quarries stones is hurt by them, and he who splits logs is endangered by them.
New American Standard Bible
One who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
One who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
New Century Version
anyone who moves boulders might be hurt by them; and anyone who cuts logs might be harmed by them.
anyone who moves boulders might be hurt by them; and anyone who cuts logs might be harmed by them.
World English Bible
Whoever carves out stones may be injured by them. Whoever splits wood may be endangered thereby.
Whoever carves out stones may be injured by them. Whoever splits wood may be endangered thereby.
Geneva Bible (1587)
He that remooueth stones, shall hurt himselfe thereby, and hee that cutteth wood, shall be in danger thereby.
He that remooueth stones, shall hurt himselfe thereby, and hee that cutteth wood, shall be in danger thereby.
Legacy Standard Bible
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them.
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them.
Berean Standard Bible
The one who quarries stones may be injured by them, and he who splits logs endangers himself.
The one who quarries stones may be injured by them, and he who splits logs endangers himself.
Contemporary English Version
You could even get hurt by chiseling a stone or chopping a log.
You could even get hurt by chiseling a stone or chopping a log.
Complete Jewish Bible
He who quarries stones may get hurt by them, he who chops wood puts himself in danger.
He who quarries stones may get hurt by them, he who chops wood puts himself in danger.
Darby Translation
Whoso removeth stones is hurt therewith; he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Whoso removeth stones is hurt therewith; he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Easy-to-Read Version
If you are moving large stones, you might be hurt by them. If you cut down a tree, you are in danger of it falling on you.
If you are moving large stones, you might be hurt by them. If you cut down a tree, you are in danger of it falling on you.
George Lamsa Translation
He who removes landmarks shall suffer pain by them; and he who cuts trees shall be wounded by them.
He who removes landmarks shall suffer pain by them; and he who cuts trees shall be wounded by them.
Good News Translation
If you work in a stone quarry, you get hurt by stones. If you split wood, you get hurt doing it.
If you work in a stone quarry, you get hurt by stones. If you split wood, you get hurt doing it.
Lexham English Bible
Whoever quarries stones will be wounded by them. Whoever splits logs will be endangered by them.
Whoever quarries stones will be wounded by them. Whoever splits logs will be endangered by them.
Literal Translation
Whoever pulls out stones may be hurt with them; he who splits trees may be endangered by them.
Whoever pulls out stones may be hurt with them; he who splits trees may be endangered by them.
Miles Coverdale Bible (1535)
Who so remoueth stones, shall haue trauayle withall: and he that heweth wod, shalbe hurt therwith.
Who so remoueth stones, shall haue trauayle withall: and he that heweth wod, shalbe hurt therwith.
American Standard Version
Whoso heweth out stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Whoso heweth out stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Bible in Basic English
He who gets out stones from the earth will be damaged by them, and in the cutting of wood there is danger.
He who gets out stones from the earth will be damaged by them, and in the cutting of wood there is danger.
JPS Old Testament (1917)
Whoso quarrieth stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Whoso quarrieth stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
King James Version (1611)
Who so remoueth stones, shall be hurt therewith: and hee that cleaueth wood, shalbe endangered thereby.
Who so remoueth stones, shall be hurt therewith: and hee that cleaueth wood, shalbe endangered thereby.
Bishop's Bible (1568)
Who so remoueth stones, shall haue trauayle withall: and he that heweth wood, shalbe hurt therwith.
Who so remoueth stones, shall haue trauayle withall: and he that heweth wood, shalbe hurt therwith.
Brenton's Septuagint (LXX)
He that removes stones shall be troubled thereby; he that cleaves wood shall be endangered thereby.
He that removes stones shall be troubled thereby; he that cleaves wood shall be endangered thereby.
English Revised Version
Whoso heweth out stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Whoso heweth out stones shall be hurt therewith; and he that cleaveth wood is endangered thereby.
Wycliffe Bible (1395)
He that berith ouer stoonys, schal be turmentid in tho; and he that kittith trees, schal be woundid of tho.
He that berith ouer stoonys, schal be turmentid in tho; and he that kittith trees, schal be woundid of tho.
Update Bible Version
Whoever cuts out stones shall be hurt therewith; [and] he that splits wood is endangered thereby.
Whoever cuts out stones shall be hurt therewith; [and] he that splits wood is endangered thereby.
Webster's Bible Translation
Whoever removeth stones shall be hurt by them; [and] he that cleaveth wood shall be endangered by it.
Whoever removeth stones shall be hurt by them; [and] he that cleaveth wood shall be endangered by it.
New English Translation
One who quarries stones may be injured by them; one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
One who quarries stones may be injured by them; one who splits logs may be endangered by them.
New King James Version
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, And he who splits wood may be endangered by it.
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, And he who splits wood may be endangered by it.
New Living Translation
When you work in a quarry, stones might fall and crush you. When you chop wood, there is danger with each stroke of your ax.
When you work in a quarry, stones might fall and crush you. When you chop wood, there is danger with each stroke of your ax.
New Life Bible
He who cuts stones may be hurt by them. And he who cuts trees may be in danger by them.
He who cuts stones may be hurt by them. And he who cuts trees may be in danger by them.
New Revised Standard
Whoever quarries stones will be hurt by them; and whoever splits logs will be endangered by them.
Whoever quarries stones will be hurt by them; and whoever splits logs will be endangered by them.
J.B. Rotherham Emphasized Bible
He that removeth stones, may be hurt therewith, - and he that cleaveth wood, may be endangered thereby.
He that removeth stones, may be hurt therewith, - and he that cleaveth wood, may be endangered thereby.
Douay-Rheims Bible
He that removeth stones, shall be hurt by them: and he that cutteth trees, shall be wounded by them.
He that removeth stones, shall be hurt by them: and he that cutteth trees, shall be wounded by them.
Revised Standard Version
He who quarries stones is hurt by them; and he who splits logs is endangered by them.
He who quarries stones is hurt by them; and he who splits logs is endangered by them.
Young's Literal Translation
Whoso is removing stones is grieved by them, Whoso is cleaving trees endangered by them.
Whoso is removing stones is grieved by them, Whoso is cleaving trees endangered by them.
THE MESSAGE
Safety first: Quarrying stones is dangerous. Be alert: Felling trees is hazardous.
Safety first: Quarrying stones is dangerous. Be alert: Felling trees is hazardous.
New American Standard Bible (1995)
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them.
He who quarries stones may be hurt by them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them.
Contextual Overview
4If the temper of the ruler rises against you, do not leave your post [showing resistance], because composure and calmness prevent great offenses. 5There is an evil I have seen under the sun, like an error which proceeds from the ruler— 6folly is set in many exalted places and in great dignity while the rich sit in humble places. 7I have seen slaves riding on horses and princes walking like slaves on the ground. 8He who digs a pit [for others] may fall into it, and a serpent may bite him who breaks through a [stone] wall. 9He who quarries stones may be hurt with them, and he who splits logs may be endangered by them. 10If the axe is dull and he does not sharpen its edge, then he must exert more strength; but wisdom [to sharpen the axe] helps him succeed [with less effort]. 11If the serpent bites before being charmed, then there is no profit for the charmer.
Bible Verse Review
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Cross-References
Genesis 6:4
There were Nephilim (men of stature, notorious men) on the earth in those days—and also afterward—when the sons of God lived with the daughters of men, and they gave birth to their children. These were the mighty men who were of old, men of renown (great reputation, fame).
There were Nephilim (men of stature, notorious men) on the earth in those days—and also afterward—when the sons of God lived with the daughters of men, and they gave birth to their children. These were the mighty men who were of old, men of renown (great reputation, fame).
Genesis 6:11
The [population of the] earth was corrupt [absolutely depraved—spiritually and morally putrid] in God's sight, and the land was filled with violence [desecration, infringement, outrage, assault, and lust for power].
The [population of the] earth was corrupt [absolutely depraved—spiritually and morally putrid] in God's sight, and the land was filled with violence [desecration, infringement, outrage, assault, and lust for power].
Genesis 13:13
But the men of Sodom were extremely wicked and sinful against the LORD [unashamed in their open sin before Him].
But the men of Sodom were extremely wicked and sinful against the LORD [unashamed in their open sin before Him].
Genesis 25:27
When the boys grew up, Esau was an able and skilled hunter, a man of the outdoors, but Jacob was a quiet and peaceful man, living in tents.
When the boys grew up, Esau was an able and skilled hunter, a man of the outdoors, but Jacob was a quiet and peaceful man, living in tents.
Genesis 27:30
Now as soon as Isaac had finished blessing Jacob, and Jacob had scarcely left the presence of Isaac his father, Esau his brother came in from his hunting.
Now as soon as Isaac had finished blessing Jacob, and Jacob had scarcely left the presence of Isaac his father, Esau his brother came in from his hunting.
2 Chronicles 28:22
In the time of his distress, this same King Ahaz became yet more unfaithful to the LORD.
In the time of his distress, this same King Ahaz became yet more unfaithful to the LORD.
Psalms 52:7
"Look, [this is] the man who would not make God his strength [his stronghold and fortress], But trusted in the abundance of his riches, Taking refuge in his wealth."
"Look, [this is] the man who would not make God his strength [his stronghold and fortress], But trusted in the abundance of his riches, Taking refuge in his wealth."
Jeremiah 16:16
"Behold (listen carefully), I will send for many fishermen," says the LORD, "and they will fish for them; and afterward I will send for many hunters, and they will hunt them from every mountain and from every hill and out of the clefts of the rocks.
"Behold (listen carefully), I will send for many fishermen," says the LORD, "and they will fish for them; and afterward I will send for many hunters, and they will hunt them from every mountain and from every hill and out of the clefts of the rocks.
Ezekiel 13:18
and say, 'Thus says the Lord GOD, "Woe to the women who fasten magic (protective) charms on all wrists and make veils for the heads of those of every stature to capture [human] lives! Will you capture the lives of My people but keep your own?
and say, 'Thus says the Lord GOD, "Woe to the women who fasten magic (protective) charms on all wrists and make veils for the heads of those of every stature to capture [human] lives! Will you capture the lives of My people but keep your own?
Micah 7:2
The godly person [who is faithful and loyal to God] has perished from the earth, And there is no upright person [one with good character and moral integrity] among men. They all lie in wait to shed blood; Each hunts the other with a net.
The godly person [who is faithful and loyal to God] has perished from the earth, And there is no upright person [one with good character and moral integrity] among men. They all lie in wait to shed blood; Each hunts the other with a net.
Gill's Notes on the Bible
Whoso removeth stones shall be hurt therewith,.... That carries them from the quarry, where they are dug; or takes them from a heap, where they lie; or that attempts to pull them out of a building, where they are put; or removes them from places, where they are set as boundaries and landmarks; all which is troublesome, and by which men get hurt; the stones fall upon them, or are too heavy for them, or they do what they should not do, and so bring themselves into trouble; as do all such persons who are for removing the boundaries of commonwealths and communities, and for changing laws, and altering constitutions;
[and] he that cleaveth wood shall be endangered thereby; of cutting himself: so he that soweth discord among brethren, that makes divisions in families, neighbourhoods, kingdoms, and churches; see Proverbs 6:16
Romans 16:18. Jarchi renders it, "shall be warmed" or "heated", according to the sense of the word, as he thinks, in 1 Kings 1:2; though he understands it of being profited by studying in the law and the commandments; of which he interprets the clause; and Ben Melech observes, that the word so signifies in the Arabic language; and Mr. Broughton renders it, "shall be heated thereby". The Targum paraphrases it,
"shall be burnt with fire, by the hand of the Angel of the Lord:''
or, however, he may be overheated and do himself hurt, as men, that kindle the flame of contention and strife, often do.
Barnes' Notes on the Bible
The figures seem to be taken from the work of building up and pulling down houses. In their general application, they recommend the man who would act wisely to be cautious when taking any step in life which involves risk.
Ecclesiastes 10:8
Breaketh an hedge - Rather: âbreaks through a wall.â
Serpent - The habit of snakes is to nestle in a chink of a wall, or among stones (compare Amos 5:19).
Ecclesiastes 10:9
Be endangered - Rather: âcut himself.â
Clarke's Notes on the Bible
Verse Ecclesiastes 10:9. Whoso removeth stones — This verse teaches care and caution. Whoever pulls down an old building is likely to be hurt by the stones; and in cleaving wood many accidents occur for want of sufficient caution.
