Chapter 4 verse 13 better as a poor and…
Chapter 4 verse 13 better as a poor and wise child than an old and foolish king who no longer knows how to be enlightened What he is trying to say here that the child has the ability to be taught and to be enlightened whereas the old king is focused on his wealth possibly and does not or is not able to absorb new messages or wisdom.
— from The Flight Plan (Purpose/Wisdom/Risk) · Ecclesiastes by King Solomon