The answer is: Rich fool

Luke 12:13-21

The phrase "eat, drink, and be merry" famously pops up in a parable in Luke where Jesus recounts the story of the rich fool—an individual whose life revolved around hoarding wealth. This chap believed that piling up treasures meant stability for the future, but all he could think about was enjoying his goods in the immediate sense. You can just imagine him planting lavish banquets for himself, reveling in the sweet taste of luxury, without once considering those around him who might need assistance.

Interestingly, the phrase is reminiscent of sentiments found in Ecclesiastes 8:15, linking this idea not just to Luke but weaving together wisdom literature with New Testament teaching. The rich fool’s folly lies not merely in his marathon of indulgence but in his failure to reflect on spiritual wealth—something far more enduring than physical possessions.

Did you know that in ancient cultures, storing grain wasn't just about saving—it served as a way to build community relationships? But our rich fool instead focuses on isolationist hedonism, building bigger barns rather than sharing bounties.

This parable serves as a sharp reminder with today's silent whisper: abundance is a gift meant for more than self-pampering. It nudges us to consider that life’s true richness lies not in what we gather for ourselves, but in what we are willing to share with others.