The answer is: Rich fool

Luke 12:13-21

In the heart of the Gospel of Luke, we encounter the parable of the Rich Fool, a story that packs a punch with its lessons on material wealth and spiritual fulfillment. This tale illustrates how the abundance of earthly riches can quickly lead to blindness towards deeper, existential needs. The phrase "Eat, drink, and be merry," coined by this wealthy character, echoes the sentiments of many throughout history, where immediate gratification overshadows eternal value.

Did you know that this parable flips common wisdom on its head? Typically, we think that accumulating wealth reflects success and life's purpose. However, the Rich Fool teaches that hoarding and seeking pleasure alone might bring short-term happiness but leads to spiritual emptiness. The rich man is so engrossed in his thoughts about tearing down barns to build bigger ones that he fails to consider what truly matters—so he receives an abrupt reminder about life’s unpredictability.

Also interestingly, parallels can be drawn to King Solomon's reflections in Ecclesiastes, where he famously questions whether all his toil is in vain. Solomon, often depicting the futility of wealth, reinforces that wisdom and relationships hold far more value than gold.

The lesson here is paradoxical yet vital: while enjoying life’s simple pleasures is important, building treasures that extend beyond this life defines true richness. Ultimately, it’s not the abundance we gather that matters, but what we choose to share and cherish with others.