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An anonymous mounted attendant passes formally dressed people walking on the ground.
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Ecclesiastes 10:5-7

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Small Folly and Public Harm · Ecclesiastes 10

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5There is an evil I have seen under the sun, like an error that proceeds from the ruler:

6Folly is placed in many high positions, while the rich sit in low positions.

7I have seen servants on horses and princes walking on the ground like servants.

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