Proverbs 12:27 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised A lazy hunter doesn’t roast his game, but to a diligent person, his wealth is precious. Tuilleadh leaganachaKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: But the substance of a diligent man is precious. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition The slothful man does not catch his game or roast it once he kills it, but the diligent man gets precious possessions. American Standard Version (1901) The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; But the precious substance of men is to the diligent. Common English Bible The lazy don’t roast their prey, but hard workers receive precious riches. Catholic Public Domain Version The dishonest will not discover gain. But the substance of a man will be like precious gold. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version The deceitful man shall not find gain: but the substance of a just man shall be precious gold. |
A righteous person is careful in dealing with his neighbour, but the ways of the wicked lead them astray.
The slacker craves, yet has nothing, but the diligent is fully satisfied.
Better a little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure with turmoil.
The slacker buries his hand in the bowl; he is too weary to bring it to his mouth!