According to Ecclesiastes chapter 2, he ‘ cheered his flesh with wine ’ ​ — at the same time maintaining self - control — ​ and pursued such activities as landscaping, designing palaces, listening to music, and enjoying good food.
Menurut Pengkhotbah pasal 2, ia ’ menyukakan tubuhnya dengan anggur ’ ​ — seraya ia tetap mengendalikan dirinya ​ — dan menggeluti berbagai kegiatan seperti pertamanan, perancangan istana, mendengar musik, dan menikmati makanan yang lezat.