Ecclesiastes 8:2-4

Modern English Version

The Value of Obedience

² I say, “Keep the king’s command, because of your oath to God. ³ Do not be hasty to leave his presence. Do not take a stand in an unpleasant matter, for he does whatever pleases him.” ⁴ For the word of the king is powerful, and who would say to him, “What are you doing?”