9. And since Ecclesiastes was very wise, he taught the people, and he described what he had accomplished. And while searching, he composed many parables.
10. He sought useful words, and he wrote most righteous words, which were full of truth.
11. The 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.
12. You should require no more than this, my son. For there is no end to the making of many books. And excessive study is an affliction to the flesh.