Ecclesiastes 12:12

12 Be warned, my son, of anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 in Other Translations

KJV
12 And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.
ESV
12 My son, beware of anything beyond these. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a weariness of the flesh.
NLT
12 But, my child, let me give you some further advice: Be careful, for writing books is endless, and much study wears you out.
MSG
12 But regarding anything beyond this, dear friend, go easy. There's no end to the publishing of books, and constant study wears you out so you're no good for anything else.
CSB
12 But beyond these, my son, be warned: there is no end to the making of many books, and much study wearies the body.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 In-Context

10 The Teacher searched to find just the right words, and what he wrote was upright and true.
11 The words of the wise are like goads, their collected sayings like firmly embedded nails—given by one shepherd.
12 Be warned, my son, of anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body.
13 Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.
14 For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Ecclesiastes 1:18
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