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31 lip 2014 · “Leviticus 10:8 forbids the priest from drinking wine or strong drink when he is supposed to minister in the tent of meeting. Also, Proverbs forbids the use of wine or strong drink by kings or rulers, lest they pervert justice. Further, many passages warn of the deceitfulness of strong drink (Prov. 20:1) and condemn the use of it in general.”
The Church teaches that drunkenness, i.e., the abuse of alcohol, is a sin but not moderate consumption (CCC 2290). People often recreationally drink without sinning, i.e., enjoying the taste and the social exchange that takes place between friends.
26 mar 2020 · Thus, the Bible (and the Catholic Church, following it) condemns drunkenness, but not all use of alcohol or wine (e.g., Deut 21:20; Prov 20:1; 21:17; 23:20-21, 29-35; 26:9; Is 5:11-12; Rom...
29 maj 2013 · Alcohol (and all things) should facilitate the pursuit of truth, beauty, goodness. If one’s use of alcohol does not bring one farther along the way to truth, it is not moderate and must necessarily be vicious, leading away from truth.
Prayer of Healing for Alcoholics O Glorious Saint Matthias , in God’s design it fell upon you to take the place of the unfortunate Judas who betrayed his Master. You were selected by the twofold sign of the uprightness of your life and the call of the Holy Spirit.
11 mar 2024 · Explore our in-depth analysis on "what does the Bible say about alcohol". This article examines various Biblical references, offering diverse interpretations and perspectives on alcohol consumption. Uncover the balance between religious teachings and modern lifestyle choices.
Jesus’ first miracle at Cana showed God’s blessing of alcohol as necessary for festivity and wine became an essential element of Catholic worship in the Eucharist. Throughout Church history, the monks have been instrumental in the production of beer and wine, as well as witnesses to how they should be ordered to the glory of God.
