Ecclesiastes 1:18

The Scriptures 1998

For in much wisdom is much grief, and he who increases knowledge increases suffering.

Cross References

Job 28:28

And He said to man, ‘See, the fear of יהוה, that is wisdom, and to turn from evil is understanding.’ ”

Ecclesiastes 2:15

And I said in my heart, “As the event of the fool, even so it befalls me, and why was I then more wise?” Then I said in my heart, “This also is futile.”

Ecclesiastes 2:23

For all his days are sufferings, and his work grievous; even in the night his heart takes no rest. That too is futile.

Ecclesiastes 7:16

Do not be overrighteous, neither be overwise – why destroy yourself?