Wine

Drink made from fermented grape juice, often drunk instead of water in biblical times. Scripture recognises the richness of wine and its value in bringing joy to people; however, it condemns the excessive drinking of wine, and recommends total abstinence in some situations.

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Notes

Offerings of wine Nu 15:5 See also Ex 29:40; Le 23:12–13; Nu 28:14; Dt 32:37–38; 1 Sa 1:24; Ezr 6:8–10 Tithes and firstfruits of wine Ne 13:12 See also Nu 18:11–12; Dt 12:17; Dt 14:23–26; Dt 18:4–5; 2 Ch 31:4–5 Stores of wine 2 Ch 32:28 See also 1 Ch 9:29; 1 Ch 27:27; 2 Ch 11:11–12; Ne 10:37–39 Wine…