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In the biblical context, the behavior of children is a significant concern, particularly when it comes to gluttony and drunkenness. The Scriptures provide guidance and warnings regarding the consequences of such behavior, emphasizing the importance of discipline and adherence to God's commandments.

Deuteronomy 21:18-21 :
The Book of Deuteronomy addresses the issue of a rebellious son who is stubborn and disobedient, refusing to heed the discipline of his parents. The passage states:
"If a man has a stubborn and rebellious son who does not obey his father and mother, and does not listen to them when disciplined, his father and mother are to take hold of him and bring him to the elders at the gate of his city. They shall say to the elders, 'This son of ours is stubborn and rebellious. He does not obey us. He is a glutton and a drunkard.' Then all the men of his city will stone him to death. So you must purge the evil from among you, and all Israel will hear and be afraid."

This passage underscores the severity with which gluttony and drunkenness, as manifestations of rebellion and disobedience, were treated in ancient Israel. The prescribed punishment reflects the gravity of maintaining order and righteousness within the community, as well as the importance of respecting parental authority.

Proverbs 23:20-21 :
The Book of Proverbs offers wisdom on the dangers of excessive indulgence, warning against the company of those who engage in such behavior:
"Do not join those who drink too much wine or gorge themselves on meat. For the drunkard and the glutton will come to poverty, and drowsiness will clothe them in rags."

This proverb highlights the natural consequences of gluttony and drunkenness, which lead to poverty and ruin. It serves as a cautionary message to avoid such lifestyles, emphasizing the value of self-control and moderation.

Proverbs 28:7 :
Further wisdom from Proverbs speaks to the importance of keeping the law and the shame brought by associating with gluttons:
"A discerning son keeps the law, but a companion of gluttons disgraces his father."

Here, the text contrasts the wise and discerning son, who adheres to the law, with one who brings shame to his family through association with gluttons. This reflects the broader biblical theme of honoring one's parents and the community by living a disciplined and righteous life.

1 Corinthians 6:9-10 :
In the New Testament, the Apostle Paul addresses the broader implications of sinful behaviors, including drunkenness, in his letter to the Corinthians:
"Do you not know that the wicked will not inherit the kingdom of God? Do not be deceived: Neither the sexually immoral, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor men who submit to or perform homosexual acts, nor thieves, nor the greedy, nor drunkards, nor verbal abusers, nor swindlers, will inherit the kingdom of God."

Paul's admonition serves as a reminder of the spiritual consequences of such behaviors, reinforcing the call to live a life that is pleasing to God and in accordance with His will.

In summary, the Bible provides clear guidance on the consequences of gluttony and drunkenness, particularly in the context of rebellious children. These behaviors are seen as serious offenses that disrupt the social and spiritual order, warranting both earthly and spiritual repercussions. The emphasis on discipline, respect for authority, and adherence to God's commandments is central to understanding the biblical perspective on this issue.

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Deuteronomy 21:20,21
And they shall say to the elders of his city, This our son is stubborn and rebellious, he will not obey our voice; he is a glutton, and a drunkard.
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Again on the Calamity of the City of Antioch. ...
... frequent discourses on the subject of punishment, and vengeance ... has a wife, often
have children, often have ... thou art powerfully captivated by wicked lust, but ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/chrysostom/on the priesthood/homily xv again on the.htm

Acts xxviii. 1
... The Three Children were thrown into the furnace, and through this ... God turned (the
malice of) that (wicked one) to ... but as it is, beloved, our punishment is more ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily liv acts xxviii 1.htm

Evans -- the Fall and Recovery of Man
... His heart is desperately wicked; full of pride, vanity ... Among the natural children
of Adam, there is no ... their sense of guilt, and their dread of punishment. ...
/.../kleiser/the worlds great sermons volume 3/evans the fall and.htm

Third Sunday in Lent
... This will excite wicked thoughts and give rise to serious ... them know they are not
God's children, not heirs ... 18 are cited numerous examples of punishment for the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/luther/epistle sermons vol ii/third sunday in lent.htm

"Thou Shalt Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother. "
... every man of valor, and will give children to be ... good and rich; but war and wicked
rulers bring to ... it is practised so freely, without punishment, without shame ...
/.../luther/a treatise on good works/thou shalt honor thy father.htm

1 Cor. Ix. 24
... For these were to the children of Israel for a stumbling ... poor covetous man, such
an one suffers not punishment in money ... and is never able to stay this wicked lust ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xxiii 1 cor ix.htm

Matt. xxii. 15
... But nevertheless not even so do their wicked acts cease ... If a man die, not having
children, his brother ... by sobriety and wakefulness; that by punishment, this by ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on the gospel of saint matthew/homily lxx matt xxii 15.htm

The Sixth Book
... where are theaters, where those other wicked vices that ... coaxings win us over as they
do naughty children. ... I have now proved adequately that punishment has not ...
//christianbookshelf.org/salvian/on the government of god/the sixth book.htm

The Great Misery of those who Lose the Saints' Rest.
... member, that it might not feel the punishment inflicted on ... a wicked man to know that
he is wicked, or to ... tenderest mother for the loss of her children, will be ...
/.../baxter/the saints everlasting rest/chapter v the great misery.htm

1 Cor. Iv. 6
... Doth he call thee wicked and polluted when thou ... raving and distracted persons, others
from children at the ... seems to be nothing evil nor worthy of punishment. ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xii 1 cor iv.htm