"Senseless," said I concerning laughter and pleasure, "How practical is this?"

Again, if two lie close together, they will keep warm, but how can only one stay warm?

For what advantage has the wise person over the fool? What advantage does the poor man have in knowing how to face life?

Because many words lead to pointlessness, how do people benefit from this? 12Who knows what is best for people in this life, every day of their pointless lives that they pass through like a shadow? Who informs people on earth what will come along after them?

since you also know how often you have cursed others.

Who is really wise? Who knows how to interpret this saying: "A person's wisdom improves his appearance, softening a harsh countenance."

How sweet is the daylight, and how pleasant it is for someone's eyes to behold the sunshine!