Ecclesiastes 12:8-14
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8“Futility of futilities,” says the Preacher, “all is futility!”
9In addition to being wise, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out, and arranged many proverbs. 10The Preacher sought to find delightful words and to write words of truth correctly.
11The words of the wise are like goads, and masters of these collections are like driven nails; they are given by one Shepherd. 12But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless, and excessive study is wearying to the body.
13The conclusion, when everything has been heard, is: fear God and keep His commandments, because this applies to every person. 14For God will bring every act to judgment, everything which is hidden, whether it is good or evil.