Proverbs 31:6

Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 31:6

BSB
Give strong drink to one who is perishing, and wine to the bitter in soul.
AKJV
Give strong drink to him that is ready to perish, and wine to those that be of heavy hearts.
CPDV
Give strong drink to the grieving, and wine to those who are bitter in soul.
ERV
Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto the bitter in soul:
NHEB
Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish; and wine to the bitter in soul:
SMT
Ye shall give strong drink to him perishing, and wine to the bitter of soul.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 31:6

GiveH5414VerbstrongdrinkH7941Noun MasculineuntohimthatisreadytoperishH6VerbandwineH3196Noun MasculineuntothosethatbeofheavyH4751heartsH5315Noun Feminine

Commentary for Proverbs 31:6

Please note: this is not Scripture

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 31:6
Summary
Provide drink for suffering people
Event
Mother permits mercy drinking
Estimated Time Period
c. 700 BC
Category
Teaching