Proverbs 23:20 asv — Be not among winebibbers, Among gluttonous eaters of flesh:

American Standard Version

"Be not among winebibbers, Among gluttonous eaters of flesh: "

— Proverbs 23:20, American Standard Version

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Proverbs 23 — Context

17

Let not thy heart envy sinners; Butbe thouin the fear of Jehovah all the day long:

18

For surely there is a reward; And thy hope shall not be cut off.

19

Hear thou, my son, and be wise, And guide thy heart in the way.

20

Be not among winebibbers, Among gluttonous eaters of flesh:

21

For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty; And drowsiness will clothea manwith rags.

22

Hearken unto thy father that begat thee, And despise not thy mother when she is old.

23

Buy the truth, and sell it not; Yea, wisdom, and instruction, and understanding.

Proverbs 23:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 23:20 say?
Proverbs 23:20 in the American Standard Version reads: “Be not among winebibbers, Among gluttonous eaters of flesh: ”
Where is Proverbs 23:20 in the Bible?
Proverbs 23:20 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 23, verse 20.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 23:20.
What translation should I read Proverbs 23:20 in?
Proverbs 23:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 23:20?
Proverbs 23:20 reads (ASV): “Be not among winebibbers, Among gluttonous eaters of flesh: ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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