Ecclesiastes 12:12

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Ecclesiastes 12:12-13 The Message (MSG)

But regarding anything beyond this, dear friend, go easy. There’s no end to the publishing of books, and constant study wears you out so you’re no good for anything else. The last and final word is this: Fear God. Do what he tells you.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 King James Version (KJV)

And further, by these, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

But beyond this, my son, be warned: the writing of many books is endless, and excessive devotion to books is wearying to the body.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 New Century Version (NCV)

So be careful, my son, about other teachings. People are always writing books, and too much study will make you tired.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 American Standard Version (ASV)

And furthermore, my son, be admonished: of making many books there is no end; and much study is a weariness of the flesh.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 New International Version (NIV)

Be warned, my son, of anything in addition to them. Of making many books there is no end, and much study wearies the body.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 New King James Version (NKJV)

And further, my son, be admonished by these. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is wearisome to the flesh.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 Amplified Bible (AMP)

But beyond this my son, [about going further than the words given by one Shepherd], be warned: the writing of many books is endless [so do not believe everything you read], and excessive study and devotion to books is wearying to the body.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 New Living Translation (NLT)

But, my child, let me give you some further advice: Be careful, for writing books is endless, and much study wears you out.

Ecclesiastes 12:12 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)

My son, beware of anything beyond these. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a weariness of the flesh.