Ecclesiastes 4:9

The Evil of Oppression

8There is a man all alone, without even a son or brother. And though there is no end to his labor, his eyes are still not content with his wealth: “For whom do I toil and bereave my soul of enjoyment?” This too is futile—a miserable task.9Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.10For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up!

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Berean Standard Bible
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor.
American Standard Version (1901)
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor.
Bible in Basic English
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their work.
Free Bible Version
Two are better than one, for they can help each other in their work.
King James (Authorized) Version
¶ Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labour.
Translation for Translators
Having someone work with you is better than being by yourself all the time. If you have a friend, he can help you to do your work.
Unlocked Literal Bible
Two people work better than one; together they can earn a good pay for their labor.
Noah Webster Bible
Two are better than one; because they have a good reward for their labor.
World English Bible
Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their labor.
Young's Literal Translation
The two [are] better than the one, in that they have a good reward by their labour.