Ecc 4:4 | MHM | STEP | The Prevalence of Oppression In this passage, Solomon continues to talk about how difficult and disappointing life can be, especially when it comes to work and success. He explains that even honest, hardworking people face problems, and that both hard work and laziness can bring trouble. Solomon encourages us to find a balanced way to live, not chasing after too much or doing too little. True happiness does not come from wealth or other people’s approval, but from a peaceful and content heart. v. 4 : Solomon observes that when someone works hard and becomes successful, others often become jealous. Again, I considered all travail, and every right work, that for this a man is envied of his neighbour. This also is vanity and vexation of spirit . Even if a person is honest and fair in business, people may still envy him. This shows how selfish and unfair people can be. It also reminds us that we should not expect to find real comfort in the world, since even good work can bring trouble.

‏ Ecclesiastes 4:4

The Prevalence of Oppression

In this passage, Solomon continues to talk about how difficult and disappointing life can be, especially when it comes to work and success. He explains that even honest, hardworking people face problems, and that both hard work and laziness can bring trouble. Solomon encourages us to find a balanced way to live, not chasing after too much or doing too little. True happiness does not come from wealth or other people’s approval, but from a peaceful and content heart.

v. 4: Solomon observes that when someone works hard and becomes successful, others often become jealous. Again, I considered all travail, and every right work, that for this a man is envied of his neighbour. This also is vanity and vexation of spirit . Even if a person is honest and fair in business, people may still envy him. This shows how selfish and unfair people can be. It also reminds us that we should not expect to find real comfort in the world, since even good work can bring trouble.