Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

That lie upon beds of ivory, and stretch themselves upon their couches, and eat the lambs out of the flock, and the calves out of the midst of the stall;

Stretch themselves upon their couches

Bible References

Lie

Luke 16:19
There was a certain rich man, and he was clothed in purple and fine linen, and feasted sumptuously every day.
Romans 13:13
Let us walk becomingly, as in the day; not in revelries and drinking, not in lewdness and excesses, not in strife and envy;
James 5:5
You have lived in luxury on the earth and in pleasure, you have nourished your hearts in a day of slaughter.

Stretch themselves upon their couches

Luke 12:19
and I will say to my soul, Soul, you have many goods laid up for many years rest, eat, drink, and enjoy yourself.