Ecclesiastes 1:18

The English Standar Version

For in much wisdom is much vexation, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow.

Cross References

Job 28:28

And he said to man, 'Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.' "

Ecclesiastes 7:16

Be not overly righteous, and do not make yourself too wise. Why should you destroy yourself?

Ecclesiastes 2:23

For all his days are full of sorrow, and his work is a vexation. Even in the night his heart does not rest. This also is vanity.

Ecclesiastes 2:15

Then I said in my heart, "What happens to the fool will happen to me also. Why then have I been so very wise?" And I said in my heart that this also is vanity.