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A bird rests near the opening of a private ancient room; metaphor, not a literal spy.
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Ecclesiastes 10:20

A Bird May Carry Sound

Small Folly and Public Harm · Ecclesiastes 10

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20Even in your thoughts, do not curse a king, and in your bedroom do not curse a rich man, for a bird in the sky may carry the sound, and a winged creature may report the matter.

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