Ecclesiastes 8:6
▸ Hear this chapter, lit word by wordBecause to every purpose there is time and judgment, therefore the misery of man is great upon him.
— Ecclesiastes 8:6, King James Version
In other translations
World English Bible (WEB)
For there is a time and procedure for every purpose, although the misery of man is heavy on him.
American Standard Version (ASV)
for to every purpose there is a time and judgment; because the misery of man is great upon him:
Young's Literal Translation (YLT)
For to every delight there is a time and a judgment, for the misfortune of man is great upon him.