Ecclesiastes 12:11

The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.

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Other Translations for Ecclesiastes 12:11

BSB
The words of the wise are like goads, and the anthologies of the masters are like firmly embedded nails driven by a single Shepherd.
AKJV
The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.
CPDV
The words of the wise are like a goad, and like nails deeply fastened, which, through the counsel of teachers, are set forth by one pastor.
ERV
The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails well fastened are the words of the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.
NHEB
The words of the wise are like goads; and like nails well fastened are words from the masters of collections, which are given from one shepherd.
SMT
The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails planted of the masters of the gatherings; they were given from one shepherd.

Commentary for Ecclesiastes 12:11

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Overview of Ecclesiastes 12:11
Summary
Wise words guide firmly like fastened nails
Event
Characterization of wisdom's effect
Estimated Time Period
c. 300 BC
Category
Wisdom