Proverbs 31:7

Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

King James Version

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Other Translations for Proverbs 31:7

BSB

Let him drink and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

AKJV

Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

CPDV

Let them drink, and forget their needs, and remember their sorrow no more.

ERV

Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

NHEB

Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.

SMT

He shall drink and forget his poverty, and shall no more remember his toil.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 31:7

LethimdrinkH8354VerbandforgetH7911VerbhispovertyH7389Noun MasculineandrememberH2142VerbhismiseryH5999Nounnomore

Commentary for Proverbs 31:7

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 31:7

Summary

Drink brings temporary mental relief

Event

Mother explains drink's benefit

Estimated Time Period

c. 700 BC