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"It is not for kings, Lemuel; it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes to say, 'Where is strong drink?' "
Practical wisdom for daily living, largely from King Solomon.
Old Testament • Book #20
"Oh, my son! Oh, son of my womb! Oh, son of my vows!
Proverbs 31:3Do not give your strength to women, nor your ways to that which destroys kings.
Proverbs 31:5lest they drink, and forget the decree, and pervert the justice due to anyone who is afflicted.
Proverbs 31:6Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish; and wine to the bitter in soul:
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