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Ecclesiastes 11:2
New International Version
Ecclesiastes 11:2
New International Version
2 Invest in seven ventures, yes, in eight;
you do not know what disaster may come upon the land.
Ecclesiastes 11:2
The Message
Ecclesiastes 11:2
The Message
2 Don’t hoard your goods; spread them around.
Be a blessing to others. This could be your last night.
Ecclesiastes 11:2
King James Version
Ecclesiastes 11:2
King James Version
2 Give a portion to seven, and also to eight; for thou knowest not what evil shall be upon the earth.
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Ecclesiastes 11:2
English Standard Version
Ecclesiastes 11:2
English Standard Version
2 (A)Give a portion to (B)seven, or even to eight,
(C)for you know not what disaster may happen on earth.
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