Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 - Epilogue

⁹ The same preacher was not wise alone, but taught the people knowledge also: he gave good heed, sought out the ground and set forth many parables. ¹⁰ His diligence was to find out acceptable words, right scripture, and the words of truth. ¹¹ For the words of the wise are like pricks and nails that go through, wherewith men are kept together: for they are given of one shepherd only.

¹² Therefore beware, my son, that above these thou make them not many and innumerable books, nor take divers doctrines in hand, to weary thy body withal. ¹³ Let us hear the conclusion of all things: Fear God, and keep his commandments, for that toucheth all men; ¹⁴ For God shall judge all works and secret things, whether they be good or evil.