10If one of them falls down, the other can help them up, but how sad it is for someone who falls down and doesn't have anyone to help them up.
11In the same way, if two people lie down together, they keep each other warm, but you can't keep yourself warm if you're alone.
12Someone fighting against one other person may win, but not if they are fighting against two. A cord made of three strands can't be torn apart quickly.
13A poor young person who's wise is better than an old and foolish king who no longer accepts advice.