Ecclesiastes 12:11-14 New English Translation (NET)

11. The words of the sages are like prods,and the collected sayings are like firmly fixed nails;they are given by one shepherd.

12. Be warned, my son, of anything in addition to them.There is no end to the making of many books,and much study is exhausting to the body.

13. Having heard everything, I have reached this conclusion:Fear God and keep his commandments,because this is the whole duty of man.

14. For God will evaluate every deed,including every secret thing, whether good or evil.

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