Proverbs 23:20

20 Don't join those who drink too much wine. Don't join those who stuff themselves with meat.

Proverbs 23:20 Meaning and Commentary

Proverbs 23:20

Be not amongst winebibbers
Who drink to excess, otherwise wine may be drank, provided moderation is used; but it is not good to be in company with, excessive drinkers of it, lost a habit of excessive drinking should be acquired; among riotous eaters of flesh;
flesh may be lawfully eaten, but not in a riotous manner, so as to indulge to gluttony and surfeiting; nor should such persons be kept company with that do so, lest their ways should be learned and imitated.

Proverbs 23:20 In-Context

18 There really is hope for you tomorrow. So your hope will not be cut off.

19 My child, listen and be wise. Keep your heart on the right path

20 Don't join those who drink too much wine. Don't join those who stuff themselves with meat.

21 Those who drink or eat too much will become poor. If they sleep too much, they'll have to wear rags

22 Listen to your father, who gave you life. Don't hate your mother when she is old.