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The concept of Strong drink in Christianity

In Christianity, the term "strong drink" encompasses alcoholic beverages with high alcohol content, often associated with warnings about moderation due to their potential to impair judgment and lead to reckless behavior. It includes both fruit-based wines and potent mixtures that can cloud one’s mind, contributing to moral decline. References to strong drink highlight its intoxicating nature, which is reiterated in biblical contexts, such as in Luke 1:15 and instances like Lot's experience, emphasizing its dangers.

Synonyms: Spirits, Liquor, Alcohol

The below excerpts are indicatory and do represent direct quotations or translations. It is your responsibility to fact check each reference.

Christian concept of 'Strong drink'

Christianity Books

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) The text mentions 'strong drink' as something to be avoided, suggesting that it impairs clear eyesight and self-command, and that it is better to have clear eyesight.[1] (2) Alcoholic beverages that lead to intoxication, contributing to the moral decline of the leaders and people.[2] (3) Alcoholic beverages that individuals pursue from early morning until night, contributing to their moral and physical downfall.[3] (4) Refers to alcoholic beverages that lead to intoxication and the loss of self-control, contributing to reckless and foolish behavior.[4] (5) Alcoholic beverages that can impair judgment and moral clarity.[5]

From: A Cyclopedia of Biblical literature

(1) Potent beverages made by mixing wine with aromatic herbs or other ingredients to enhance flavor.[6] (2) A phrase that denotes a type of beverage that is likely more potent or intoxicating than ordinary drinks, previously understood to have a broader significance than presently conveyed.[7] (3) A potent mixture that may include drugs and is sought out for intoxication.[8]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) A term used to denote intoxicating beverages other than grape wine, specifically mentioned in the context of its usage in Luke 1:15.[9]

From: Bible cyclopedia, critical and expository

(1) A term for alcoholic beverages that have a higher alcohol content, including a variety of fruit-based wines, and are often referenced in contexts of moderation and warning against excess.[10]

Significance in Church of the East (or the East Syriac Church):
Church of the East Books

From: The Kebra Nagast

(1) The substance that clouded Lot's mind, leading to the unwitting incestuous act with his daughter.[11]

The Church of the East emerged in the 5th century and separated from the Roman Empire's state church by adopting Nestorianism. It emphasizes the distinct human and divine natures of Jesus Christ. It is also called the Assyrian Church, Nestorian Church or the East Syriac Church.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: Summa Theologica (English translation)

(1) Refers to alcoholic beverages that are more potent than wine, which are advised against for kings but permissible for those in sorrow.[12]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This refers to alcoholic beverages, and its use is associated with those who are mighty, suggesting a potential for excess and corruption.[13]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Plural form: Strong drinks.