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Ecclesiastes 12:9

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And moreover, because the preacher was wise, he still taught the people knowledge; yea, he gave good heed, and sought out, and set in order many proverbs.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

And because the Teacher was wise, he continued to share knowledge with people. He listened carefully, searched for truth, and organized many wise sayings.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is describing how a wise teacher doesn't just keep wisdom to himself, but carefully studies and shares it with others in an organized way.

📚 Historical Context

Ecclesiastes is traditionally attributed to King Solomon, the wise king of Israel who ruled around 970-930 BC and is celebrated in the Bible for his profound wisdom and authorship of proverbs. In this verse, the author reflects on his diligent efforts to teach and organize wisdom, emphasizing the importance of sharing knowledge with the people. This fits into the broader context of Old Testament wisdom literature, which seeks to instruct believers on living wisely in a world full of uncertainties.

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