Proverbs 23:30 Meaning and Explanation
“They that tarry long at the wine; they that go to seek mixed wine.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Those who linger over wine and search out strong drink become slaves to it.
The Context of Proverbs 23:30
The drunkard is revealed: one who lingers over wine and seeks it actively.
What Does Proverbs 23:30 Mean?
To tarry long at the wine is to spend extended time drinking, prolonging the intoxication and deepening the habit. Mixed wine may refer to wine blended with spices and other ingredients, making it more potent and more seductive. The person who seeks such drinks is actively pursuing stronger intoxication.
These are the ones who experience the woe described in the previous verse. They are not accidental drinkers but deliberate seekers of drink, cultivating dependency and enslaving themselves to appetite. The verse traces cause to effect.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 23:30
What does Proverbs 23:30 mean?
Those who linger over wine and search out strong drink become slaves to it.
What is the context of Proverbs 23:30?
The drunkard is revealed: one who lingers over wine and seeks it actively.