Proverbs 10:26

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

As vinegar to the teeth, and smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that sent him.

Cross References

Proverbs 26:6

He that sendeth words by a foolish messenger, is lame of feet and drinketh iniquity.

Proverbs 25:13

As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to him that sent him, for he refresheth his soul.

Hebrews 6:12

That you become not slothful, but followers of them, who through faith and patience shall inherit the promises.

Matthew 25:26

And his lord answering, said to him: Wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sow not, and gather where I have not strewed:

Proverbs 25:20

And one that looseth his garment in cold weather. As vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to a very evil heart. As a moth doth by a garment, and a worm by the wood: so the sadness of a man consumeth the heart.

Romans 12:11

In carefulness not slothful. In spirit fervent. Serving the Lord.

Isaiah 65:5

That say: Depart from me. Come not near me, because thou art unclean. These shall be smoke in my anger, a fire burning all the day.

Proverbs 6:6

Go to the ant, O sluggard, and consider her ways, and learn wisdom: