Proverbs 31:4-7
Modern English Version
4 It is not for kings, O Lemuel,
it is not for kings to drink wine,
nor for princes strong drink;
5 lest they drink and forget the law,
and pervert the justice of any of the afflicted.
6 Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish,
and wine to those who are of heavy hearts.
7 Let him drink, and forget his poverty,
and remember his misery no more.
Proverbs 31:4-7
New International Version
4 It is not for kings, Lemuel—
it is not for kings to drink wine,(A)
not for rulers to crave beer,
5 lest they drink(B) and forget what has been decreed,(C)
and deprive all the oppressed of their rights.
6 Let beer be for those who are perishing,
wine(D) for those who are in anguish!
7 Let them drink(E) and forget their poverty
and remember their misery no more.
Proverbs 31:9
Modern English Version
9 Open your mouth, judge righteously,
and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
Proverbs 31:9
New International Version
9 Speak up and judge fairly;
defend the rights of the poor and needy.(A)
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