26 The furnace tests the temper of steel by dipping; so does wine test hearts in the quarreling of the proud. (WEB) 27 Wine is as good as life to men, if you drink it in moderation. What life is there to a man who is without wine? It has been created to make men glad. (WEB) 28 Wine drunk in season and in moderation is joy of heart and gladness of soul: (WEB)
Sirach 31:26–28
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