Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Ecclesiastes 12:11 Cross-References
Explore 18 cross-references for Ecclesiastes 12:11 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Ecclesiastes chapter 12 verse 11 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“The words of the wise are as goads, and as nails fastened by the masters of assemblies, which are given from one shepherd.”
Ecclesiastes 12:11 (KJV)
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Commentary on Ecclesiastes 12:11
The words of the wise are as goads (דָּרְבֹנוֹת, darvonot)—pointed sticks used to prod cattle into productive work. Wise words disturb complacency, pierce self-deception, and provoke necessary action. And as nails fastened (מַסְמְרוֹת נְטוּעִים, masmerot netu'im)—firmly driven tent pegs or construction nails that provide stability and permanence.The dual metaphor captures wisdom's paradoxical functions: goads are sharp, uncomfortable, mobile—they push and disturb. Nails are secure, permanent, stabilizing—they anchor and fix. True wisdom both unsettles and establishes, wounds and heals. Given f...
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Cross-References for Ecclesiastes 12:11
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“and active”
“they were cut to the heart”
“and he shall feed them”
“Is not my word like as a fire? saith the LORD; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces?”
“and parables”
“and carry them in his bosom. He will gently lead those who have their young.”
“but mighty before God to the throwing down of strongholds”
“and listen to the words of the wise. Apply your heart to my teaching.”
“Are you the teacher of Israel, and don't understand these things?,Jesus answered and said unto him, Art thou a master of Israel, and knowest not these things?,,,,,,,,”
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