Holy Scripture
Proverbs 23:1
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“What therefore is "the table of the powerful one," except the mind of that one who says, "I can do all things in Christ who strengthens me"; and "when I am weak, then I am strong"? On this "clean table of the powerful one," that is, in his heart, in his mind is offered "a loaf" to the Lord. At the table of this powerf…”
Source: Septuagint
Original
1If thou sit to sup at the table of a prince, Consider attentively the things set before thee:
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— Proverbs 23:1 —
2And apply thy hand, Knowing that it behooves thee to prepare such meats: But if thou art very insatiable,
3desire not his provisions; For these belong to a false life.