Ecclesiastes 7:11

Good News Translation

Everyone who lives ought to be wise; it is as good as receiving an inheritance

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But where can wisdom be found? Where can we learn to understand?

The law that you gave means more to me than all the money in the world.

Wise people are rewarded with wealth, but fools are known by their foolishness.

There is more profit in it than there is in silver; it is worth more to you than gold.

Wisdom is more valuable than jewels; nothing you could want can compare with it.

It is good to be able to enjoy the pleasant light of day.

Oh, I know, “Wisdom is better than foolishness, just as light is better than darkness.

Never ask, “Oh, why were things so much better in the old days?” It's not an intelligent question.