Ecclesiastes 12:11-12
New Living Translation
11 The words of the wise are like cattle prods—painful but helpful. Their collected sayings are like a nail-studded stick with which a shepherd[a] drives the sheep.
12 But, my child,[b] let me give you some further advice: Be careful, for writing books is endless, and much study wears you out.
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Ecclesiastes 12:11-12
International Standard Version
11 Sayings from the wise are like cattle prods and well fastened nails; this[a] masterful collection was given by one shepherd. 12 So learn from them, my son. There is no end to the crafting of many books, and too much study wearies the body.
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- Ecclesiastes 12:11 The Heb. lacks this
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