Proverbs 12:27

New King James Version

The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting, But diligence is man’s precious possession.

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The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing; But the soul of the diligent shall be made rich.

The lazy man buries his hand in the bowl; It wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.

Better is a little with the fear of the Lord, Than great treasure with trouble.

A little that a righteous man has Is better than the riches of many wicked.

And put a knife to your throat If you are a man given to appetite.

Better is a little with righteousness, Than vast revenues without justice.

He who has a slack hand becomes poor, But the hand of the diligent makes rich.

The righteous should choose his friends carefully, For the way of the wicked leads them astray.

As a door turns on its hinges, So does the lazy man on his bed.