Ecclesiastes 6:9
It is better to focus on what you can see than to meander after your self-interest; this also is pointless and a chasing after wind.
Ecclesiastes 1:14
I observed every activity done on earth. My conclusion: all of it is pointless like chasing after the wind.
Job 31:7
If I have stepped away from the way, or if my heart covets whatever my eyes see, or if some other blemish clings to my hands,
Proverbs 30:15-16
The leech has two daughters: "Give" and "Give". Three things will never be satisfied; four will never say "Enough" -
Ecclesiastes 1:2
"Utterly pointless," says the Teacher. "Absolutely pointless; everything is pointless."
Ecclesiastes 2:11
Then I examined all of my accomplishments that I had brought about by my own efforts, including the work that I had labored so hard to complete and it was all pointless, like chasing after the wind, and there was nothing to be gained on earth.
Ecclesiastes 2:22-24
For what does a person gain from everything that he accomplishes and from his inner life struggles that he undergoes while working on earth?
Ecclesiastes 3:12-13
I have concluded that the only worthwhile thing for them is to take pleasure in doing good in life;
Ecclesiastes 4:4
Then I examined all sorts of work, including all kinds of excellent achievements that create envy in others. This also is pointless and chasing after the wind.
Ecclesiastes 5:18
Look! I observed that it is good and prudent to eat, drink, and enjoy all that is good of a person's work that he does on earth during the limited days of his life, which God gives him, for this is his allotment.
Ecclesiastes 6:2
a man to whom God gives wealth, riches, and honor, so that he lacks none of his heart's desires but God does not give him the capability to enjoy them. Instead, a stranger consumes them. This is pointless and a grievous affliction.
Ecclesiastes 11:9
So enjoy yourself in your youth, young man, and be encouraged during your younger days. Live as you like, consistent with your world view, but keep in mind that God will bring you to account for everything.
Jeremiah 2:20
"For long ago I broke your yoke and tore off your bonds, But you said, "I won't serve you!' Instead, on every high hill and under every green tree, you bend down to commit fornication.