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(A)Vanity of vanities,” says the Preacher, “all is vanity!”

Fear God and Keep His Commandments

In addition to being a wise man, the Preacher also taught the people knowledge; and he pondered, searched out, and [a]arranged (B)many proverbs. 10 The Preacher sought to find (C)delightful words and (D)words of truth written uprightly.

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  1. Ecclesiastes 12:9 Lit set straight

“Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher.[a](A)
    “Everything is meaningless!(B)

The Conclusion of the Matter

Not only was the Teacher wise, but he also imparted knowledge to the people. He pondered and searched out and set in order many proverbs.(C) 10 The Teacher(D) searched to find just the right words, and what he wrote was upright and true.(E)

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  1. Ecclesiastes 12:8 Or the leader of the assembly; also in verses 9 and 10