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Proverbs 31:5 ยท KJV

"Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted."

King James Version

What does Proverbs 31:5 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

3Give not thy strength unto women, nor thy ways to that which destroyeth kings.
4It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink:
5Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.
6Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.
7Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you ensure clarity in your decision-making?

2

What does justice mean to you in your daily life?

3

When have you seen the effects of poor judgment in others?

Life Application

judgment

Commit to making thoughtful decisions, especially in challenging situations.

clarity

Practice mindfulness to maintain clarity in your thoughts and actions.

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