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Proverbs 31:4-7

4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel, It is not for kings to drink wine, Nor for princes intoxicating drink;

4 It is not for kings, Lemuel— it is not for kings to drink wine, not for rulers to crave beer,

5 Lest they drink and forget the law, And pervert the justice of all the afflicted.

5 lest they drink and forget what has been decreed, and deprive all the oppressed of their rights.

6 Give strong drink to him who is perishing, And wine to those who are bitter of heart.

6 Let beer be for those who are perishing, wine for those who are in anguish!

7 Let him drink and forget his poverty, And remember his misery no more.

7 Let them drink and forget their poverty and remember their misery no more.