Drink Quote by Bible
“Woe unto him that giveth his neighbour drink, that puttest thy bottle to him, and makest him drunken also, that thou mayest look on their nakedness! Thou art filled with shame for glory: drink thou also, and let thy foreskin be uncovered: the cup of the LORD's right hand shall be turned unto thee, and shameful spewing shall be on thy glory.”
About This Quote
Source Bible: Book of Isaiah, Chapter 23 (paraphrased)
The passage warns against forcing others to drink and become drunken, linking shame and moral failure, and calls for humility before divine judgment.
In simple terms: Warning against forcing drunkenness and shame.
Key Takeaway
Avoid imposing harmful habits on others.
Themes
morality
shame
humility
divine judgment
social responsibility
Mood
solemn
didactic
Type
religious
ethical
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- peer pressure
- religious rites
- leadership decisions
Key Concepts
ethics
religious law
community conduct
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do we have to protect others from harm?
- How does humility affect community standards?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary across translations.
