^{4 Ref} It is not for kings, Lemuel; It is not for kings to drink wine; Nor for princes to say, 'Where is strong drink?'

^{5 Ref} Lest they drink, and forget the law, And pervert the justice due to anyone who is afflicted.

^{6 Ref} Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish; And wine to the bitter in soul:

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