Ecclesiastes 12:10-14 Contemporary English Version Anglicised (CEVUK00)

10. Then I tried to explain these things in the best and most accurate way.

11. Words of wisdom are like the stick a farmer uses to make animals move. These sayings come from God, our only shepherd, and they are like nails that fasten things together.

12. My child, I warn you to stay away from any teachings except these.There is no end to books,and too much studywill wear you out.

13. Everything you were taught can be put into a few words:Respect and obey God!This is what lifeis all about.

14. God will judgeeverything we do,even what is done in secret,whether good or bad.

Ecclesiastes 12