Proverbs 23:20 Meaning and Explanation
“Be not among winebibbers; among riotous eaters of flesh:”
King James Version (KJV)
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The Context of Proverbs 23:20
Practical counsel: avoid those enslaved to appetite and excess.
What Does Proverbs 23:20 Mean?
The winebiber is someone enslaved to wine; the riotous eater of flesh is someone who lives for appetite and excess. Both represent a loss of self-control and mastery over desire. To be among them is to risk being drawn into the same patterns of behavior.
Companionship shapes character—you become like those you spend time with. Avoiding the company of the intemperate protects your own judgment and discipline. It is not judgment of the persons but wisdom about the influence of corrupt peer groups.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 23:20
What does Proverbs 23:20 mean?
Do not associate with drunkards and gluttons.
What is the context of Proverbs 23:20?
Practical counsel: avoid those enslaved to appetite and excess.