15. So I recommend the enjoyment of life,for there is nothing better on earth for a person to do except to eat, drink, and enjoy life.So joy will accompany him in his toilduring the days of his life which God gives him on earth.
16. When I tried to gain wisdomand to observe the activity on earth – even though it prevents anyone from sleeping day or night –
17. then I discerned all that God has done:No one really comprehends what happens on earth.Despite all human efforts to discover it, no one can ever grasp it.Even if a wise person claimed that he understood,he would not really comprehend it.