Ecclesiastes 10:17

The Scriptures 1998

Blessed are you, O land, when your sovereign is the son of nobles, and your rulers feast in due season – for strength and not for drunkenness!

Cross References

Isaiah 5:11

Woe to those who rise early in the morning pursuing strong drink, who stay up late at night – wine inflames them!

Jeremiah 30:21

‘And his Prince shall be from him, and his Ruler shall come from among him. And I shall bring him near, and he shall approach Me, for who is this who pledged his heart to approach Me?’ declares יהוה.

Deuteronomy 14:26

“And you shall use the silver for whatever your being desires: for cattle or sheep, for wine or strong drink, for whatever your being desires. And you shall eat there before יהוה  your Elohim, and you shall rejoice, you and your household.