Old Testament · Wisdom
Proverbs 20:1
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Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
About Proverbs 20:1
In Proverbs, Proverbs 20:1 addresses the theme of What the Bible Says About Alcoholism, What the Bible Says About Drug Abuse, and Sobriety in the Bible with clarity and depth. This Old Testament wisdom text remains central to Christian understanding and devotional practice on this subject.
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- Proverbs 23:20
“Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:”
- Ephesians 5:18
“And be not drunk with wine, wherein is excess; but be filled with the Spirit;”
- 1 Corinthians 6:10
“Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God.”
- Proverbs 23:31
“Look not thou upon the wine when it is red, when it giveth his colour in the cup, when it moveth itself aright.”
- Isaiah 5:11
“Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink; that continue until night, till wine inflame them!”
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How to Apply Proverbs 20:1
Use Proverbs 20:1 as a daily declaration. Speak it over your circumstances, inserting your name where relevant. Let its promise from Proverbs anchor your perspective as you navigate decisions related to on the theme of What the Bible Says About Alcoholism, and share it with one person who might need it today.