The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: But the substance of a diligent man is precious.
The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: But the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; It grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.
Better is little with the fear of the LORD Than great treasure and trouble therewith.
A little that a righteous man hath is better Than the riches of many wicked.
And put a knife to thy throat, If thou be a man given to appetite.
Better is a little with righteousness Than great revenues without right.
He becometh poor that dealeth with a slack hand: But the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: But the way of the wicked seduceth them.
As the door turneth upon his hinges, So doth the slothful upon his bed.