Isaiah 5:22

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition

²²Woe to those who are heroes in drinking wine
and valiant at mixing drink,^(A)

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Isaiah 5:22

New English Translation

²²Beware, those who are champions^[a] at drinking,
who display great courage when mixing strong drinks.

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Footnotes

Isaiah 5:22 tn The language used here is quite sarcastic and paves the way for the shocking description of the enemy army in vv. 25-30. The rich leaders of Judah are nothing but “party animals” who are totally incapable of withstanding real warriors.

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