Proverbs 20:1
The Scripture
(1) Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging: and whosoever is deceived thereby is not wise.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the king of Israel is warned against the folly of the wicked, who boast of their strength but lack true wisdom, and the passage contrasts the fleeting nature of power with the lasting value of prudence. The passage also reflects on the consequences of pride and the importance of humility, urging listeners to seek knowledge rather than rely on empty boasts.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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