Ecclesiastes 2:4-10

4I increased my achievements. I built houses and planted vineyards for myself.

5I made gardens and parks for myself and planted every kind of fruit tree in them.

6I constructed reservoirs for myself from which to irrigate a grove of flourishing trees.

7I acquired male and female servants and had slaves who were born in my house. I also owned livestock — large herds and flocks — more than all who were before me in Jerusalem.

8I also amassed silver and gold for myself, and the treasure of kings and provinces. I gathered male and female singers for myself, and many concubines, the delights of men.

9So I became great and surpassed all who were before me in Jerusalem; my wisdom also remained with me.

10All that my eyes desired, I did not deny them. I did not refuse myself any pleasure, for I took pleasure in all my struggles. This was my reward for all my struggles.