3 occurrences in 11 translations

'Occupation' in the Bible

And I applied my heart to seek and search out by wisdom concerning all that is done under the heavens: this grievous occupation hath God given to the children of men to weary themselves therewith.

Verse ConceptsUnder The SunTragedyexploring

For all his days are filled with grief, and his occupation is sorrowful; even at night, his mind does not rest. This too is futile.

Verse ConceptsInsomnia, Causes OfUnrestUseless Endeavour

There is one alone and without a second; also he hath neither son nor brother: yet is there no end of all his labour, neither is his eye satisfied with riches, and he saith not, For whom then am I labouring, and depriving my soul of good? This also is vanity and a grievous occupation.

Verse ConceptsEnjoyment, Lack OfAffluenceDiscontentPhysical LabourBeing UnsatisfiedUseless EndeavourToiling In VainFamily And Friends

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