The answer is: Rich fool

Luke 12:13-21

The phrase "Eat, drink, and be merry" takes us right into the heart of the parable of the Rich Fool found in Luke 12:13-21. This story addresses an age-old conflict between material wealth and spiritual wealth. A rich man accumulated an overflowing harvest but instead of sharing, he decided to build bigger barns. His plan took a dark twist when he was called to account for his life that very night.

This parable has echoes beyond just earning bread; it resonates throughout the ages, reminding many of the fleeting nature of worldly concern. Interestingly, the phrase has been borrowed outside of the biblical context and often symbolizes indulgence, living in the moment without regard for the future—a firmer warning than mere revelry.

In Jewish tradition, there’s a saying, “You can’t take it with you.” It aligns perfectly here and drives home the moral: once we focus solely on earthly treasures, we risk neglecting what truly matters—our connections to others and spiritual growth.

Notably, parables like this objectify caution against avarice and creates balance. The Rich Fool failed to prioritize sharing or investing in community well-being and thus lost out on life's grander purpose. Within Luke's Gospel, this parable emphasizes a recurring theme—the radical reorientation toward loving and generous living. So the next time you're tempted by worldly pleasures, remember this rich man's fate and ponder what wealth you want your legacy to hold!