Ecclesiastes 2:3–8
3 I explored with my mind the pull of winew on my body—my mind still guiding me with wisdom—and how to grasp folly,x until I could see what is good for people to do under heavenH during the few days of their lives.y
4 I increased my achievements. I built housesz and planted vineyardsaa for myself. 5 I made gardensab and parks for myself and planted every kind of fruit tree in them. 6 I constructed reservoirs for myself from which to irrigate a grove of flourishing trees.ac 7 I acquired male and female servants and had slaves who were born in my house.ad I also owned livestock—large herds and flocks—more than all who were before me in Jerusalem.ae 8 I also amassed silver and gold for myself, and the treasure of kings and provinces.af I gathered male and female singers for myself,ag and many concubines, the delights of men.A,B