It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine, nor for princes [a]strong drink,

Lest he drink and forget the decree, and change the judgment of all the children of affliction.

Give ye strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto them that have grief of heart.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 31:4 That is, the King must not give himself to wantonness, and neglect of his office, which is to execute judgment.

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