Ecclesiastes 12:12-14
New Living Translation
12 But, my child,[a] let me give you some further advice: Be careful, for writing books is endless, and much study wears you out.
13 That’s the whole story. Here now is my final conclusion: Fear God and obey his commands, for this is everyone’s duty. 14 God will judge us for everything we do, including every secret thing, whether good or bad.
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- 12:12 Hebrew my son.
Ecclesiastes 12:12-14
New International Version
12 Be warned, my son, of anything in addition to them.
Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body.(A)
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