^{4 Ref} It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; nor for princes strong drink:

^{5 Ref} Lest they drink, and forget the law, and pervert the judgment of any of the afflicted.

^{6 Ref} Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.

^{7 Ref} Let him drink, and forget his poverty, and remember his misery no more.