16. untimely birth— (Ps 58:8); preferable to the life of the restless miser (Ec 6:3-5).

     16-19. applies this instruction. Be not anxious (Ps 37:1, &c.), since death cuts off the prosperous wicked whom you dread.

     7. light—of life (Ec 7:11; Ps 49:19). Life is enjoyable, especially to the godly.