Ecc 12:9 | MHM | STEP | v. 9 : Solomon explains why his words are important. He writes as someone who has learned from experience that the world cannot give true happiness. He calls himself a penitent, meaning someone who has turned back to God. All people who truly repent understand that the world is empty and cannot take away the burden of sin. Solomon was also very wise. People from many places came to hear his wisdom (2 Chronicles 30:22 ). He was wise not only as a king but as a teacher. Good teachers need wisdom to help others understand and follow the right path. He used his wisdom to help others, not just himself. He always tried to teach people what he had learned, hoping it would benefit them. It is important for rulers and leaders to teach their people about God and encourage those who have the job of teaching. Solomon worked hard to teach valuable lessons. He did not just give simple advice, but he thought carefully about what to say. He chose short, wise sayings—proverbs—because they are easier to remember. He found many proverbs and also searched for deep, uncommon truths. He organized his teachings in a clear way so people could understand and remember them.

‏ Ecclesiastes 12:9

v. 9: Solomon explains why his words are important. He writes as someone who has learned from experience that the world cannot give true happiness. He calls himself a penitent, meaning someone who has turned back to God. All people who truly repent understand that the world is empty and cannot take away the burden of sin.

Solomon was also very wise. People from many places came to hear his wisdom (2 Chronicles 30:22 ^a). He was wise not only as a king but as a teacher. Good teachers need wisdom to help others understand and follow the right path.

He used his wisdom to help others, not just himself. He always tried to teach people what he had learned, hoping it would benefit them. It is important for rulers and leaders to teach their people about God and encourage those who have the job of teaching.

Solomon worked hard to teach valuable lessons. He did not just give simple advice, but he thought carefully about what to say. He chose short, wise sayings—proverbs—because they are easier to remember. He found many proverbs and also searched for deep, uncommon truths. He organized his teachings in a clear way so people could understand and remember them.