OLD TESTAMENT · VERSE 10

Ecclesiastes 12:10

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The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, and that which was written blamelessly, words of truth.

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Ecclesiastes 12:10 in context

Ecclesiastes 12:7–13

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and the dust returns to the earth as it was,

and the spirit returns to God who gave it.

8

“Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher.

“All is vanity!”

9

Further, because the Preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge. Yes, he pondered, sought out, and set in order many proverbs.

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The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, and that which was written blamelessly, words of truth.

11

The words of the wise are like goads; and like nails well fastened are words from the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.

12

Furthermore, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

13

This is the end of the matter. All has been heard. Fear God and keep his commandments; for this is the whole duty of man.

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