Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 - Epilogue
9 Moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge. He gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs. 10 The preacher sought to find out acceptable words. That which was written was upright, even words of truth. 11 The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and like nails fastened by the masters of assemblies. They are given from one shepherd.
12 By these, my son, be admonished! There is no end to publishing many books. Also much study is a weariness of the flesh. 13 Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Respect God, and obey his commandments for this is the whole duty of man. 14 For God will bring every work into judgment with every secret thing, whether it is good or whether it is evil.