Parallel Bible results for "ecclesiastes 12:9-14"

Ecclesiastes 12:9-14

9 In addition to being a wise man, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out and arranged many proverbs.

9 Not only was the Teacher wise, but he also imparted knowledge to the people. He pondered and searched out and set in order many proverbs.

10 The Preacher sought to find delightful words and to write words of truth correctly.

10 The Teacher searched to find just the right words, and what he wrote was upright and true.

11 The words of wise men are like goads, and masters of these collections are like well-driven nails; they are given by one Shepherd.

11 The words of the wise are like goads, their collected sayings like firmly embedded nails—given by one shepherd.

12 But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless , and excessive devotion to books is wearying to the body.

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 The conclusion , when all has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person.

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 act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil.

14 For God will bring every deed into judgment, including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.