In the context of the Bible, the term "drinker" primarily refers to an individual who consumes alcoholic beverages. The Scriptures provide various insights into the consumption of alcohol, offering both warnings against excessive drinking and acknowledging its use in certain contexts.

Biblical References and Warnings

The Bible contains numerous admonitions against drunkenness, emphasizing the moral and spiritual dangers associated with excessive drinking. Proverbs 20:1 states, "Wine is a mocker, strong drink is raging, and whoever is led astray by them is not wise." This verse highlights the deceptive nature of alcohol and the potential for it to lead individuals away from wisdom.

In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul provides further guidance on the issue. Ephesians 5:18 instructs, "Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to reckless indiscretion. Instead, be filled with the Spirit." Here, Paul contrasts the effects of drunkenness with the spiritual fulfillment found in a life led by the Holy Spirit.

The consequences of excessive drinking are also illustrated through narratives in the Bible. For example, the account of Noah in Genesis 9:20-21 recounts how Noah became drunk and lay uncovered in his tent, leading to a series of unfortunate events. Similarly, in Proverbs 23:29-35 , the writer vividly describes the woes and strife that accompany those who linger long over wine.

Permissible Use of Alcohol

While the Bible warns against drunkenness, it does not categorically prohibit the consumption of alcohol. In fact, wine is often depicted as a symbol of joy and blessing. Psalm 104:14-15 acknowledges God's provision, stating, "He makes the grass grow for the livestock and provides crops for man to cultivate, bringing forth food from the earth: wine that gladdens the heart of man, oil that makes his face to shine, and bread that sustains his heart."

The New Testament also records Jesus' first miracle at the wedding in Cana, where He turned water into wine (John 2:1-11). This event underscores the cultural and celebratory role of wine in Jewish society. Additionally, Paul advises Timothy in 1 Timothy 5:23 , "Stop drinking only water and use a little wine instead, because of your stomach and your frequent ailments," suggesting a medicinal use for wine.

Moral and Spiritual Considerations

The Bible encourages believers to exercise self-control and discernment in all areas of life, including the consumption of alcohol. Galatians 5:22-23 lists self-control as a fruit of the Spirit, indicating its importance in the Christian life. Furthermore, Romans 14:21 advises, "It is better not to eat meat or drink wine or to do anything to cause your brother to stumble," highlighting the responsibility of believers to consider the impact of their actions on others.

In summary, while the Bible acknowledges the use of alcohol, it consistently warns against the dangers of excessive drinking and encourages moderation and self-control. Believers are called to live lives that reflect the wisdom and guidance of the Holy Spirit, avoiding behaviors that lead to moral and spiritual compromise.(n.) One who drinks; as, the effects of tea on the drinker; also, one who drinks spirituous liquors to excess; a drunkard.3630. oinopotes -- a wine drinker
... a wine drinker. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: oinopotes Phonetic
Spelling: (oy-nop-ot'-ace) Short Definition: an excessive wine-drinker ...
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5202. hudropoteo -- to drink water
... to drink water. Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: hudropoteo Phonetic Spelling:
(hoo-drop-ot-eh'-o) Short Definition: I am a water drinker Definition: I am ...
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1366. distomos -- double-mouthed, two-edged
... Transliteration: distomos Phonetic Spelling: (dis'-tom-os) Short Definition:
two-edged Definition: (lit: twain-mouthed; hence: of a sword, as a drinker of blood ...
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5433a. saba -- to imbibe, drink largely
... root Definition to imbibe, drink largely NASB Word Usage drink heavily (1), drunkard
(1), drunken (1), heavy drinker (1), heavy drinkers (1). 5433, 5433a. ...
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Whether Drunkenness is a Sin?
... In one way, through the wine being too strong, without the drinker being cognizant
of this: and in this way too, drunkenness may occur without sin, especially ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether drunkenness is a sin.htm

The Making of the King James Version; Its
... loves a good horse, though he is an ungainly rider, and has fallen off his horse
three or four times during his royal progress; is a heavy drinker of the ...
/.../mcafee/study of the king james bible/lecture ii the making of.htm

Arguments of the Psychics, Drawn from the Law, the Gospel, the ...
... out of the mouth;" [1013] while Himself withal was wont to eat and drink till He
made Himself noted thus; "Behold, a gormandizer and a drinker:" [1014] (finally ...
/.../chapter ii arguments of the psychics.htm

Omar and the Sacred vine
... Never drink when you are wretched without it, or you will be like the grey-faced
gin-drinker in the slum; but drink when you would be happy without it, and you ...
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Temperance and the Teen Age
... It breaks up homes, causes divorces, deprives children of their legitimate sustenance,
ruins the life of the drinker, increases taxation, lowers the tone and ...
/.../alexander/the boy and the sunday school/xvii temperance and the teen.htm

Verily I Say unto You, There Hath not Arisen among those whom ...
... wine; [13] and ye said, He hath demons: [1028] and the Son of man came eating and
drinking; and ye said, Behold, a gluttonous man, and a drinker of wine, and ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xiv verily i say.htm

Confessing Christ.
... She had a brother who was a drinker and a nephew who had just come to the city,
and he was in a critical state, too. They came to the meeting with her. ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/confessing christ.htm

A Distiller Interrogates Moody.
... and I become converted. I had been a hard drinker, but since that time
I have not touched a drop of liquor. If anyone had asked ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/a distiller interrogates moody.htm

The Way of the Transgressor is Hard.
... The Way of the Transgressor is Hard. There was a man whom I knew who was an
inveterate drinker. He had a wife and children. He thought ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/the way of the transgressor.htm

Jesus Praises John the Baptist
... eating nor drinking, and men said, 'He has an evil spirit!' The Son of Man came
eating and drinking, and men say, 'He is a great eater and drinker, a friend of ...
/.../sherman/the childrens bible/jesus praises john the baptist.htm

Drinker (6 Occurrences)
... (n.) One who drinks; as, the effects of tea on the drinker; also, one who drinks
spirituous liquors to excess; a drunkard. ...Drinker (6 Occurrences). ...
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Wine-drinker (2 Occurrences)
Wine-drinker. Wine-cup, Wine-drinker. Wine-drinking . Multi-Version
Concordance Wine-drinker (2 Occurrences). Matthew ...
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Eater (5 Occurrences)
... Luke 7:34 The Son of man has come eating and drinking, and ye say, Behold an eater
and wine-drinker, a friend of tax-gatherers and sinners; (DBY). ...
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Blows (105 Occurrences)
... but one. (BBE). 1 Timothy 3:3 not a hard drinker nor given to blows; not
selfish or quarrelsome or covetous; (WEY BBE). Titus 1:7 ...
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Quarrelsome (9 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Timothy 3:3 not a drinker, not violent, not greedy for money, but
gentle, not quarrelsome, not covetous; (WEB WEY RSV NIV). ...
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Over-fond (1 Occurrence)
... as God's steward, a minister must be of blameless life, not over-fond of having
his own way, not a man of a passionate temper nor a hard drinker, not given to ...
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Gentle (48 Occurrences)
... 1 Timothy 3:3 not a drinker, not violent, not greedy for money, but gentle,
not quarrelsome, not covetous; (WEB ASV BBE YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Greedy (24 Occurrences)
... (See NIV). 1 Timothy 3:3 not a drinker, not violent, not greedy for money,
but gentle, not quarrelsome, not covetous; (WEB KJV WBS). ...
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Wine-drinking (4 Occurrences)
Wine-drinking. Wine-drinker, Wine-drinking. Winefat . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Wine-drinker, Wine-drinking. Winefat . Reference Bible.
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Wine-cup (1 Occurrence)
Wine-cup. Wine-crushing, Wine-cup. Wine-drinker . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(WEY). Wine-crushing, Wine-cup. Wine-drinker . Reference Bible.
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