Ecclesiastes 7:1

Life is Brief and Death is Certain!

7:1 A good reputation is better than precious perfume;

likewise, the day of one’s death is better than the day of one’s birth.

Ecclesiastes 3:12

Enjoy Life in the Present

3:12 I have concluded that there is nothing better for people

than to be happy and to enjoy

themselves as long as they live,

Ecclesiastes 7:8

7:8 The end of a matter is better than its beginning;

likewise, patience is better than pride.