Ecclesiastes 12:10-12

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁰ The Preacher sought acceptable words, even to write down rightly words of truth or correct sentiment.

¹¹ The words of the wise are like prodding goads, and firmly fixed [in the mind] like nails are the collected sayings which are given [as proceeding] from one Shepherd.^(A)

¹² But about going further [than the words given by one Shepherd], my son, be warned. Of making many books there is no end [so do not believe everything you read], and much study is a weariness of the flesh.