10 It isn't wise to ask,“Why is everything worsethan it used to be?”
11 Having wisdom is betterthan an inheritance.
12 Wisdom will protect youjust like money;knowledge with good sensewill lead you to life.
13 Think of what God has done!If God makes something crooked,can you make it straight?
14 When times are good,you should be cheerful;when times are bad,think about what it means.God makes them bothto keep us from knowingwhat will happen next.
15 I have seen everything during this senseless life of mine. I have seen good citizens die for doing the right thing, while criminals live and prosper.
16 So don't destroy yourself by being too good or acting too smart!