Cross-referencesExplore similar Bible verses on Ecclesiastes 12:12 in English Standard Version "My son, beware of anything beyond these. Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a weariness of the flesh." 1Ki 4:32 He also spoke 3,000 proverbs, and his songs were 1,005.Ec 1:18 For in much wisdom is much vexation, and he who increases knowledge increases sorrow.