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Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, and wine unto those that be of heavy hearts.
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American Standard Version
Give strong drink unto him that is ready to perish, And wine unto the bitter in soul:
Christian Standard Bible
Give beer to one who is dying and wine to one whose life is bitter.
English Standard Version
Give strong drink to the one who is perishing, and wine to those in bitter distress;
New American Standard Bible
Give intoxicating drink to one who is perishing, And wine to one whose life is bitter.
New International Version
Let beer be for those who are perishing, wine for those who are in anguish!
New King James Version
Give strong drink to him who is perishing, And wine to those who are bitter of heart.
New Living Translation
Alcohol is for the dying, and wine for those in bitter distress.
World English Bible
Give strong drink to him who is ready to perish, and wine to the bitter in soul.