A substance found in e.g. wine, causing drunkenness when used in excess.
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How far is too far when it comes to drinking alcohol?
Why does the Bible praise the effects of alcohol? How are we supposed to know when those effects have gone too far? I am mostly confused about this verse:
Give strong drink unto him that is ready ...
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Does wine really mean wine in the Bible?
In discussions I have had in the past over the acceptability of a Christian drinking alcohol I have heard that some 'dry' believers say that the wine in the Bible is not wine as we know it commonly ...
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On what basis do some denominations prohibit Christians from drinking alcohol?
From my understanding the bible is quite clear that Christians should not get drunk. However some denominations seem to go a step further and say that Christians shouldn't drink at all. From what I ...
