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9 Two are better than one,
    because they have a good return for their labor:
10 If either of them falls down,
    one can help the other up.
But pity anyone who falls
    and has no one to help them up.
11 Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm.
    But how can one keep warm alone?
12 Though one may be overpowered,
    two can defend themselves.
A cord of three strands is not quickly broken.

Ecclesiastes 4: 9-12


we need each other
someone who is always there for us
and we for them
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Wolf Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 8:20 PM
The 'chord of three strands,' is one of my favorite Biblical images. ~ Knot Ted Tight
Mckeithan Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Mine as well. The whole book is one of my favorites in the OT of the Bible. Thanks for reading
Empress Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 4:39 AM
So true your numbered lines are. And the senryu youv delivered here is brilliant and meaningful! Pleasure reading you today. Sending you light always
Mckeithan Avatar
January 29, 2025 at 4:44 AM
Thank you Ink. I really appreciate your comments
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