Concluding Epilogue: Qoheleth’s Advice is Wise

12:9 Not only was the Teacher wise,31

but he also taught knowledge to the people;

he carefully evaluated32 and arranged33 many proverbs.

12:10 The Teacher sought to find delightful34 words,

and to write35 accurately truthful sayings.36

12:11 The words of the sages are like prods,37

and the collected sayings are like firmly fixed nails;

they are given by one shepherd.