7. So our bodies returnto the earth,and the life-giving breathreturns to God.
8. Nothing makes sense.I have seen it all—nothing makes sense.
9. I was a wise teacher with much understanding, and I collected a number of proverbs that I had carefully studied.
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.