Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Wine is a mocker and beer a brawler; whoever is led astray by them is not wise. New Living Translation Wine produces mockers; alcohol leads to brawls. Those led astray by drink cannot be wise. English Standard Version Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise. Berean Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise. King James Bible Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise. New King James Version Wine is a mocker, Strong drink is a brawler, And whoever is led astray by it is not wise. New American Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, intoxicating drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. NASB 1995 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. NASB 1977 Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. Legacy Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, And whoever is led astray by it is not wise. Amplified Bible Wine is a mocker, strong drink a riotous brawler; And whoever is intoxicated by it is not wise. Christian Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, beer is a brawler; whoever goes astray because of them is not wise. Holman Christian Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, beer is a brawler, and whoever staggers because of them is not wise. American Standard Version Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler; And whosoever erreth thereby is not wise. Contemporary English Version It isn't smart to get drunk! Drinking makes a fool of you and leads to fights. English Revised Version Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler; and whosoever erreth thereby is not wise. GOD'S WORD® Translation Wine [makes people] mock, liquor [makes them] noisy, and everyone under their influence is unwise. Good News Translation Drinking too much makes you loud and foolish. It's stupid to get drunk. International Standard Version Wine causes mocking, and beer causes fights; everyone led astray by them lacks wisdom. Majority Standard Bible Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise. NET Bible Wine is a mocker and strong drink is a brawler; whoever goes astray by them is not wise. New Heart English Bible Wine is a mocker, and beer is a brawler. Whoever is led astray by them is not wise. Webster's Bible Translation Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whoever is deceived by it is not wise. World English Bible Wine is a mocker and beer is a brawler. Whoever is led astray by them is not wise. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWine [is] a scorner—strong drink [is] noisy, "" And any going astray in it is not wise. Young's Literal Translation Wine is a scorner -- strong drink is noisy, And any going astray in it is not wise. Smith's Literal Translation Wine is mocking, strong drink is noisy: and every one going astray by it will not be wise. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleWine is a luxurious thing, and drunkenness riotous: whosoever is delighted therewith shell not be wise. Catholic Public Domain Version It is a luxurious thing, wine, and inebriation is tumultuous. Anyone who is delighted by this will not be wise. New American Bible Wine is arrogant, strong drink is riotous; none who are intoxicated by them are wise. New Revised Standard Version Wine is a mocker, strong drink a brawler, and whoever is led astray by it is not wise. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWINE is grievous, drunkenness is shameful; and whosoever drinks excessively is not wise. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Wine is strong and drunkenness is disgraceful, and no one that is excessive in it is wise. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Wine is a mocker, strong drink is riotous; And whosoever reeleth thereby is not wise. Brenton Septuagint Translation Wine is an intemperate thing, and strong drink full of violence: but every fool is entangled with them. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Wine is a Mocker1Wine is a mocker, strong drink is a brawler, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise. 2The terror of a king is like the roar of a lion; whoever provokes him forfeits his own life.… Cross References Ephesians 5:18 Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit. Isaiah 5:11-12 Woe to those who rise early in the morning in pursuit of strong drink, who linger into the evening, to be inflamed by wine. / At their feasts are the lyre and harp, tambourines and flutes and wine. They disregard the actions of the LORD and fail to see the work of His hands. Habakkuk 2:15 Woe to him who gives drink to his neighbors, pouring it from the wineskin until they are drunk, in order to gaze at their nakedness! 1 Corinthians 6:10 nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor verbal abusers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God. Galatians 5:19-21 The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and debauchery; / idolatry and sorcery; hatred, discord, jealousy, and rage; rivalries, divisions, factions, / and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God. 1 Peter 4:3 For you have spent enough time in the past carrying out the same desires as the Gentiles: living in debauchery, lust, drunkenness, orgies, carousing, and detestable idolatry. Romans 13:13 Let us behave decently, as in the daytime, not in carousing and drunkenness, not in sexual immorality and debauchery, not in dissension and jealousy. 1 Timothy 3:3 not dependent on wine, not violent but gentle, peaceable, and free of the love of money. Isaiah 28:7 These also stagger from wine and stumble from strong drink: Priests and prophets reel from strong drink and are befuddled by wine. They stumble because of strong drink, muddled in their visions and stumbling in their judgments. Hosea 4:11 to promiscuity, wine, and new wine, which take away understanding. 1 Corinthians 5:11 But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat. Luke 21:34 But watch yourselves, or your hearts will be weighed down by dissipation, drunkenness, and the worries of life—and that day will spring upon you suddenly like a snare. 1 Thessalonians 5:7 For those who sleep, sleep at night, and those who get drunk, get drunk at night. Proverbs 23:29-35 Who has woe? Who has sorrow? Who has contentions? Who has complaints? Who has needless wounds? Who has bloodshot eyes? / Those who linger over wine, who go to taste mixed drinks. / Do not gaze at wine while it is red, when it sparkles in the cup and goes down smoothly. ... Joel 1:5 Wake up, you drunkards, and weep; wail, all you drinkers of wine, because of the sweet wine, for it has been cut off from your mouth. Treasury of Scripture Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whoever is deceived thereby is not wise. Jump to Previous Astray Beer Blows Brawler Deceived Drink Erreth Error Foolish Intoxicated Led Makes Mocker Noisy Raging Reeleth Riotous Scorner Strong Thereby Wine WiseJump to Next Astray Beer Blows Brawler Deceived Drink Erreth Error Foolish Intoxicated Led Makes Mocker Noisy Raging Reeleth Riotous Scorner Strong Thereby Wine WiseProverbs 20 1. Proper LivingWine is a mocker In biblical times, wine was a common beverage, often consumed daily. However, its effects were well-known, and excessive consumption was warned against. The term "mocker" suggests that wine can lead to foolish behavior, causing one to act in ways that are shameful or embarrassing. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of wisdom versus folly, where wisdom is associated with self-control and folly with indulgence. The mockery here can be seen as the deceptive nature of wine, promising pleasure but often leading to disgrace. This is echoed in other scriptures, such as Ephesians 5:18, which advises against drunkenness, highlighting the loss of control and the potential for sin. strong drink is a brawler and whoever is led astray by them is not wise Persons / Places / Events 1. SolomonTraditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His insights into human behavior and godly living are foundational to the book of Proverbs. 2. Ancient Israel The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where wine and strong drink were common. Understanding the societal norms of this time helps us grasp the significance of Solomon's warnings. 3. Wisdom Literature Proverbs is part of the wisdom literature in the Bible, which includes practical teachings on how to live a life that honors God. Teaching Points The Deceptive Nature of AlcoholWine and strong drink can deceive and lead one astray, promising pleasure but often resulting in poor judgment and regret. The Importance of Wisdom Being led astray by alcohol is contrasted with wisdom. A wise person exercises self-control and discernment, avoiding situations that could lead to sin. Guarding Against Temptation Believers are called to be vigilant and avoid situations where they might be tempted to overindulge in alcohol. Seeking Fulfillment in God True satisfaction and joy come from a relationship with God, not from temporary pleasures like alcohol. Community and Accountability Engaging in a community of believers provides support and accountability, helping individuals make wise choices regarding alcohol.XX. (1) Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging--i.e., producing these effects in those who subject themselves to their power. Verse 1. - Wine is a mocker; or, scorner, the word (luts) being taken up from the last chapter. The liquor is, as it were, personified, as doing what men do under its influence. Thus inebriated persons scoff at what is holy, reject reproof, ridicule all that is serious. Septuagint, Ἀκόλαστον οϊνος, "Wine is an undisciplined thing;" Vulgate, Luxuriosa res, vinum. Strong drink is raging; a brawler, Revised Version. Shekar, σίκερα (Luke 1:15), is most frequently employed of any intoxicating drink not made from grapes, e.g. palm wine, mead, etc. The inordinate use of this renders men noisy and boisterous, no longer masters of themselves or restrained by the laws of morality or decency. Septuagint, Υβιστικὸν μέθη, "Drunkenness is insolent." Theognis has some sensible lines on this matter ('Parch.,' 479) -Ος δ α}ν ὑπερβάλλῃ πόσιος μὲτρον οὐκέτι "Ense cadunt multi, perimit sed crapula plures." More are drowned in the wine cup than in the ocean, say the Germans (comp. Proverbs 23:29, etc.; Ephesians 5:18). Hebrew Wineהַ֭יַּין (hay·yayn) Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3196: Wine, intoxication is a mocker, לֵ֣ץ (lêṣ) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 3887: Ambassador, have in derision, interpreter, make a mock, mocker strong drink שֵׁכָ֑ר (šê·ḵār) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 7941: An intoxicant, intensely alcoholic liquor is a brawler, הֹמֶ֣ה (hō·meh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 1993: To make a, loud sound, commotion, tumult, to rage, war, moan, clamor and whoever וְכָל־ (wə·ḵāl) Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular construct Strong's 3605: The whole, all, any, every is led astray שֹׁ֥גֶה (šō·ḡeh) Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular Strong's 7686: To stray, to mistake, to transgress, to reel, be enraptured by them בּ֝֗וֹ (bōw) Preposition | third person masculine singular Strong's Hebrew is not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no wise. יֶחְכָּֽם׃ (yeḥ·kām) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular Strong's 2449: To be wise Links Proverbs 20:1 NIVProverbs 20:1 NLT Proverbs 20:1 ESV Proverbs 20:1 NASB Proverbs 20:1 KJV Proverbs 20:1 BibleApps.com Proverbs 20:1 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 20:1 Chinese Bible Proverbs 20:1 French Bible Proverbs 20:1 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 20:1 Wine is a mocker and beer (Prov. 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