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Adam Clarke

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Proverbs 23:20

Be not among winebibbers - There is much of this chapter spent in giving directions concerning eating, drinking, and entertainments in general.

1.he pupil is directed relative to the manner in which he is to conduct himself in his visits to the tables of the rich and great.

2.Relative to the covetous and his intercourse with them. And

3.To public entertainnlents, where there were generally riot and debauch.

The reasons, says Calmet, which induced the wise man to give these directions were,

1.The useless expense.

2.The loss of time.

3.The danger from bad company. And

4.The danger of contracting irregular habits, and of being induced to lead a voluptuous and effeminate life.

Other Adam Clarke entries containing Proverbs 23:20:

Job 31:31

 

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