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What does Ecclesiastes 8:3 mean?

Don’t be in a hurry to leave the king’s presence, and don’t stubbornly support a bad cause, because the king can do whatever he wants. Ecclesiastes 8:3 - Modern Text Bible

(Be careful around those in power. Don’t rush away or get involved in rebellion, since rulers have real authority.)