Which Old Testament book contains a similar sentiment to the 'eat, drink, and be merry' line, though often with a different philosophical conclusion?
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Correct answer: Ecclesiastes
The phrase 'eat, drink, and be merry' is found in Ecclesiastes 8:15. While Ecclesiastes explores the vanity of life under the sun, the Rich Fool uses the phrase to express total self-reliance.
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