Ecclesiastes 10:17-19

International Standard Version

¹⁷That land is blessed whose king is of noble birth,
whose princes feast at the right time,
for strength, and not to become drunk.

¹⁸Through slothfulness the roof deteriorates,
and a house leaks because of idleness.

¹⁹Festivals are for laughter,
wine makes life pleasant,
and money speaks to everything.