Ecc 10:16 | MHM | STEP | Mutual Duties of Princes and Subjects. In this section, Solomon explains how the happiness and stability of a nation depend greatly on the character and habits of its rulers. If the leaders are foolish, lazy, or selfish, the people will suffer. If the leaders are wise, disciplined, and care about their duties, the nation will be blessed. He also gives warnings about laziness, the uses of money, and the importance of being careful with our words, especially when speaking about those in authority. v. 16 : Solomon warns that a country is in trouble if its ruler is immature and its officials only seek pleasure. Woe to thee, O land, when thy king is a child, and thy princes eat in the morning . When rulers lack wisdom and self-control, the nation suffers. This can happen if the king is childish or if those in power care more about their own enjoyment than about helping the people (2 Chronicles 13:7 ).

‏ Ecclesiastes 10:16

Mutual Duties of Princes and Subjects.

In this section, Solomon explains how the happiness and stability of a nation depend greatly on the character and habits of its rulers. If the leaders are foolish, lazy, or selfish, the people will suffer. If the leaders are wise, disciplined, and care about their duties, the nation will be blessed. He also gives warnings about laziness, the uses of money, and the importance of being careful with our words, especially when speaking about those in authority.

v. 16: Solomon warns that a country is in trouble if its ruler is immature and its officials only seek pleasure. Woe to thee, O land, when thy king is a child, and thy princes eat in the morning . When rulers lack wisdom and self-control, the nation suffers. This can happen if the king is childish or if those in power care more about their own enjoyment than about helping the people (2 Chronicles 13:7 ^a).