Ecclesiastes 12:10

He sought useful words, and he wrote most righteous words, which were full of truth.

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In The King James Version

The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.

In Context

9And since Ecclesiastes was very wise, he taught the people, and he described what he had accomplished. And while searching, he composed many parables.

11The words of the wise are like a goad, and like nails deeply fastened, which, through the counsel of teachers, are set forth by one pastor.

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Cross References

Proverbs 1:3to understand words of prudence, and to accept the instruction of doctrine, justice and judgment, and equity,

Proverbs 15:23A man rejoices in the verdict of his own mouth. And a word at the right time is best.

Proverbs 16:21Whoever is wise in heart shall be called prudent. And whoever is sweet in eloquence shall attain to what is greater.

Proverbs 22:17Incline your ear, and listen to the words of the wise. Then apply your heart to my doctrine.

Ecclesiastes 1:1The words of Ecclesiastes, the son of David, the king of Jerusalem.

Luke 1:1Since, indeed, many have attempted to set in order a narrative of the things that have been completed among us,

Matthew Henry on Ecclesiastes 12:9-13

The Conclusion of the Whole. 8 Vanity of vanities, saith the preacher; all is vanity. 9 And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs. 10 The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth. 11 The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd. 12 And further, by these, my son, be… Read the whole commentary →

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