Excess

A surplus of material or wealth, especially food or drink. Scripture criticises excessive consumption and extravagance, which are seen as exploiting the less fortunate and leading to a lack of concern for God.

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Examples of excessive eating and drinking The Israelites in idolatry Ex 32:2–6 The Israelites’ greed, after God’s miraculous provision Nu 11:32 The Israelites in luxury Am 6:4–6 Other examples of excess See also 1 Sa 25:36; 1 Sa 30:16; Is 56:12; Da 5:1–4; Php 3:19; Re 18:3 Mentions of excess in Jesus…