Proverbs 31:5

Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 31:5

BSB
lest they drink and forget what is decreed, depriving all the oppressed of justice.
AKJV
Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.
CPDV
And perhaps they may drink and forget judgments, and alter the case of the sons of the poor.
ERV
Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any that is afflicted.
NHEB
lest they drink, and forget the decree, and pervert the justice due to anyone who is afflicted.
SMT
Lest he shall drink and forget what is prescribed, and change the judgment of all the sons of affliction.

Commentary for Proverbs 31:5

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 31:5
Summary
Intoxication undermines judicial fairness
Event
Mother explains legal consequences
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Teaching