Parallel Bible results for "ecclesiastes 7:11-12"

Ecclesiastes 7:11-12

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11 Everyone who lives ought to be wise; it is as good as receiving an inheritance
11 Wisdom, like an inheritance, is a good thing and benefits those who see the sun.
12 and will give you as much security as money can. Wisdom keeps you safe - this is the advantage of knowledge.
12 Wisdom is a shelter as money is a shelter, but the advantage of knowledge is this: Wisdom preserves those who have it.
Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.
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