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.

For he will not brood much over the days of his life, since God will keep him occupied with the joys of his heart.

The conclusion of something is better than its beginning, and a patient attitude is more valuable than a proud one.

Furthermore, their love, their hate, and their envy have been long lost. Never again will they have a part in what happens on earth.

Do not curse the king, even in your thoughts. Do not curse the rich, even in your bedroom. For a bird will fly by and tell what you say, or something with wings may talk about it.

Spread your bread on the water after a while you will find it.

The doors to the street will be shut when the sound of grinding decreases, when one wakes up at the song of a bird, and all of the singing women are silenced.