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Proverbs 31:4-6
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4 It is not for kings, Lemuel—
    Not for kings to drink wine
        or for rulers to desire liquor.
5 Otherwise, they may drink and forget what has been ordained,
    perverting justice for all the oppressed.

6 Give liquor to someone who is perishing,
    and wine to someone who is deeply depressed.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 31:6 Lit. one whose soul is bitter
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Proverbs 31:4-6
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4 It is not for kings, Lemuel—
    it is not for kings to drink wine,(A)
    not for rulers to crave beer,
5 lest they drink(B) and forget what has been decreed,(C)
    and deprive all the oppressed of their rights.
6 Let beer be for those who are perishing,
    wine(D) for those who are in anguish!

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