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Don`t be among ones drinking too much wine, Or those who gorge themselves on meat:
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The Danger of Association
Commentators emphasize that the verse's primary warning is about association. John Gill notes that the command "Be not among" is crucial, as keeping company with those who overindulge can lead one to learn and imitate their destructive habits. The danger lies not just in the act, but in the influence of the crowd.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
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