Proverbs 26:14

Revised Version 1885

As the door turneth upon its hinges, So doth the sluggard upon his bed.

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that ye be not sluggish, but imitators of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.

Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to sleep:

The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: But the precious substance of men is to the diligent

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: But the slothful shall be put under taskwork.

Go to the ant, thou sluggard; Consider her ways, and be wise: