Cross References

Proverbs 12:27

Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

A lazy hunter doesn’t roast his game, but to a diligent person, his wealth is precious.

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The slacker craves, yet has nothing, but the diligent is fully satisfied.

The slacker buries his hand in the bowl; he is too weary to bring it to his mouth!

Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure with turmoil.

and put a knife to your throat if you have a big appetite;

Better a little with righteousness than great income with injustice.

Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring riches.

A righteous person is careful in dealing with his neighbour, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.

A door turns on its hinges, and a slacker, on his bed.