Ecclesiastes 12:8-14

summary
The book of Ecclesiastes ends with a brief epilog in 12:8-14. It comments on the Teacher's qualifications, experience, and work. It also sums up life as fear and obedience towards God, mindful that he will judge all things.

key verses
12:13-14 Now all has been heard, here is the conclusion of the matter:
Fear God and keep his commandments,
for this is the duty of all mankind.
For God will bring every deed into judgment,
including every hidden thing, whether it is good or evil.

related verses
Matthew 22:37–40 When asked which commandment was the greatest, Jesus  replied, “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’ All the Law and the Prophets hang on these two commandments.”