Ecclesiastes 12:10

The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 12:10

BSB
The Teacher searched to find delightful sayings and to record accurate words of truth.
AKJV
The preacher sought to find out acceptable words: and that which was written was upright, even words of truth.
CPDV
He sought useful words, and he wrote most righteous words, which were full of truth.
ERV
The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, and that which was written uprightly, even words of truth.
NHEB
The Preacher sought to find out acceptable words, and that which was written blamelessly, words of truth.
SMT
The preacher sought to find words: of delight: and that written was straight, words of truth.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 12:10

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Ecclesiastes 12:10
Summary
Teacher sought truthful and pleasing words
Event
Teacher's word selection method
Estimated Time Period
c. 300 BC
Category
Wisdom