Proverbs 23:32

At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 23:32

BSB
In the end it bites like a snake and stings like a viper.
AKJV
At the last it bites like a serpent, and stings like an adder.
CPDV
but in the end, it will bite like a snake, and it will spread poison like a king of snakes.
ERV
At the last it biteth like a serpent, and stingeth like an adder.
NHEB
In the end, it bites like a serpent, and poisons like a viper.
SMT
Its latter state it will bite as serpent, and sting as a viper.

Commentary for Proverbs 23:32

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 23:32
Summary
Intoxication ultimately brings harmful consequences
Event
Describing drink's ultimate harm
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom