Proverbs 26:14

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

As the door turneth upon its hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.

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

Thou wilt sleep a little, said I, thou wilt slumber a little, thou wilt fold thy hands a little to rest:

The deceitful man shall not find gain: but the substance of a just man shall be precious gold.

The hand of the valiant shall bear rule: but that which is slothful, shall be under tribute.

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