Ecclesiastes 2:21-25 Common English Bible (CEB)

21. because sometimes those who have worked hard with wisdom, knowledge, and skill must leave the results of their hard work as a possession to those who haven’t worked hard for it. This too is pointless—it’s a terrible wrong.

22. I mean, What do people get for all their hard work and struggles under the sun?

23. All their days are pain, and their work is aggravation; even at night, their hearts don’t find rest. This too is pointless.

24. There’s nothing better for human beings than to eat, drink, and experience pleasure in their hard work. I also saw that this is from God’s hand—

25. Who can eat and find enjoyment otherwise?—

Ecclesiastes 2