Those who profit from the sale of intoxicants were frequently targeted in ancient texts as contributors to moral decay. Historical and Social Context
It is important to note that the numbering of verses can sometimes vary between editions. manusmriti chapter 9 verse 225
In the eyes of Manu, the King is the guardian of Dharma . Banishment was a tool used for maintaining a kingdom where religious rites could be performed without interruption and where the "purity" of the social classes was preserved. Those who profit from the sale of intoxicants
Ancient law viewed professional gamblers as sources of dispute and financial ruin for families. manusmriti chapter 9 verse 225