3. This is an evil in all that is done under the sun: there is one fate for everyone. In addition, the hearts of people are full of evil, and madness is in their hearts while they live — after that they go to the dead.
4. But there is hope for whoever is joined with all the living, since a live dog is better than a dead lion.
5. For the living know that they will die, but the dead don’t know anything. There is no longer a reward for them because the memory of them is forgotten.
6. Their love, their hate, and their envy have already disappeared, and there is no longer a portion for them in all that is done under the sun.
7. Go, eat your bread with pleasure, and drink your wine with a cheerful heart, for God has already accepted your works.
8. Let your clothes be white all the time, and never let oil be lacking on your head.