^{9 Ref} 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 Ref} The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.

^{11 Ref} The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.