24. The city complains about one who is stingy with food,and this testimony to his stinginess is lasting.
25. Let not wine be the proof of your strength,for wine has been the ruin of many.
26. As the furnace tests the work of the smith,so does wine the hearts of the insolent.
27. Wine is very life to anyone,if taken in moderation.Does anyone really live who lacks the winewhich from the beginning was created for joy?
28. Joy of heart, good cheer, and delightis wine enough, drunk at the proper time.
29. Headache, bitterness, and disgraceis wine drunk amid anger and strife.
30. Wine in excess is a snare for the fool;it lessens strength and multiplies wounds.
31. Do not wrangle with your neighbor when wine is served,nor despise him while he is having a good time;Say no harsh words to himnor distress him by making demands.