^{9 Ref} And further, because the Preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he pondered, and sought out, `and' set in order many proverbs.

^{10 Ref} The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, and that which was written uprightly, `even' words of truth.

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

^{12 Ref} And furthermore, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

^{13 Ref} `This is' the end of the matter; all hath been heard: fear God, and keep his commandments; for this is the whole `duty' of man.

^{14 Ref} For God will bring every work into judgment, with every hidden thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.