New American Bible, Revised Edition

Ecclesiastes 11:5-9 New American Bible, Revised Edition (NABRE)

5. Just as you do not know how the life breathenters the human frame in the mother’s womb,So you do not know the work of God,who is working in everything.

6. In the morning sow your seed,and at evening do not let your hand be idle:For you do not know which of the two will be successful,or whether both alike will turn out well.

7. Light is sweet! and it is pleasant for the eyes to see the sun.

8. However many years mortals may live, let them, as they enjoy them all, remember that the days of darkness will be many. All that is to come is vanity.

9. Rejoice, O youth, while you are youngand let your heart be glad in the days of your youth.Follow the ways of your heart,the vision of your eyes;Yet understand regarding all thisthat God will bring you to judgment.