Proverbs 14:4

New International Reader's Version

Where there are no oxen, the feed box is empty. But a strong ox brings in huge harvests.

Cross References

Job 39:11

Will you depend on them for their great strength? Will you let them do your heavy work?

Psalm 144:14

Our oxen will pull heavy loads. None of our city walls will be broken down. No one will be carried off as a prisoner. No cries of pain will be heard in our streets.

Proverbs 13:23

An unplowed field produces food for poor people. But those who treat them badly destroy it all.

Proverbs 14:3

The proud words of a foolish person sting like a whip. But the things wise people say keep them safe.

Proverbs 14:5

An honest witness does not lie. But a dishonest witness pours out lies.

Amos 4:6

“I made sure your stomachs were empty in every city. You did not have enough bread in any of your towns. In spite of that, you still have not returned to me,” announces the Lord.