Was Wine Different in Biblical Times?

Did they drink real wine in the Bible or was it more like grape juice? And how strong was it, really? When Scripture talks about wine from celebrations to warnings it raises a modern question: Was biblical wine alcoholic in the way we think today? Some claim it was heavily diluted. Others argue it was basically fresh juice. So which is it? And what do the Hebrew and Greek words actually tell us? Dr. Michael Rydelnik walks through the historical and cultural context of wine in the Bible explaining how it was made, how it was used, and how believers should think about alcohol today in light of Scripture. 👇 Curious about controversial topics like wine, culture, and Christian liberty? Ask your question here ➜ https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/o... 📖 Want biblical insight every week? Subscribe here ➜ https://www.todayintheword.org/subscr... About Open Line Every Saturday, Dr. Michael Rydelnik tackles your toughest Bible questions live on Moody Radio. With clarity, context, and no fluff, he brings Scripture to life and helps listeners cut through the noise. About Dr. Rydelnik Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute. Son of Holocaust survivors. Follower of Jesus. Author. Co-editor of The Moody Bible Commentary. All-around Bible nerd with Brooklyn roots. 🧠 More to explore: 🎙️ Open Line Show ➜ https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/o... 🎧 Podcast ➜ https://open.spotify.com/show/4hE43JT... 📅 Free Bible Reading Plan ➜ https://www.todayintheword.org/subscr... 📚 The Moody Bible Commentary ➜ https://www.moodypublishers.com/the-m...