Ecclesiastes 4:14

4:14 For he came out of prison to become king,

even though he had been born poor in what would become his kingdom.

Ecclesiastes 5:7

5:7 Just as there is futility in many dreams,

so also in many words.

Therefore, fear God!

Ecclesiastes 5:10

Covetousness

5:10 The one who loves money will never be satisfied with money,

he who loves wealth will never be satisfied with his income.

This also is futile.

Ecclesiastes 6:4

6:4 Though the stillborn child came into the world for no reason and departed into darkness,

though its name is shrouded in darkness,

Ecclesiastes 7:5

Frivolous Living Versus Wisdom

7:5 It is better for a person to receive a rebuke from those who are wise

than to listen to the song of fools.

Ecclesiastes 10:3

10:3 Even when a fool walks along the road he lacks sense,

and shows everyone what a fool he is.

Ecclesiastes 10:6

10:6 Fools are placed in many positions of authority,

while wealthy men sit in lowly positions.

Ecclesiastes 10:19

10:19 Feasts are made for laughter,

and wine makes life merry,

but money is the answer for everything.