Ecclesiastes 12:9-11

New Catholic Bible

⁹ In addition to his wisdom, Qoheleth taught the people knowledge, having weighed, studied, and arranged many proverbs. ¹⁰ Qoheleth sought to express his thoughts in a pleasing way and to convey truths with precision.

¹¹ The sayings of the wise are as sharp as goads; like spikes firmly positioned are the lessons offered by a single shepherd.