Purpose of the Preacher

In addition to being wise, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out, and arranged (A)many proverbs. 10 The Preacher sought to find (B)delightful words and to write (C)words of truth correctly.

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Conclusions

Moreover, besides being wise himself, the Teacher taught people what he had learned by listening, making inquiries, and composing many proverbs. 10 The Teacher searched to find appropriate expressions, and what is written here[a] is right and truthful.

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Footnotes

  1. Ecclesiastes 12:10 The Heb. lacks here