Ecclesiastes 4:12

Good News Translation

Two people can resist an attack that would defeat one person alone. A rope made of three cords is hard to break.

Cross References

2 Samuel 23:16

The three famous soldiers forced their way through the Philistine camp, drew some water from the well, and brought it back to David. But he would not drink it; instead he poured it out as an offering to the Lord

2 Samuel 23:23

He was outstanding among them, but was not as famous as “The Three.” David put him in charge of his bodyguard.

2 Samuel 23:9

The second of the famous three was Eleazar son of Dodo, of the clan of Ahoh. One day he and David challenged the Philistines who had gathered for battle. The Israelites fell back,

Ecclesiastes 4:11

If it is cold, two can sleep together and stay warm, but how can you keep warm by yourself?

Ecclesiastes 4:13

Someone may rise from poverty to become king of his country, or go from prison to the throne, but if in his old age he is too foolish to take advice, he is not as well off as a young man who is poor but intelligent.

Ephesians 4:3

Do your best to preserve the unity which the Spirit gives by means of the peace that binds you together.