4 Bible Verses about Diligence And Laziness Contrasted
Most Relevant Verses
Poor is he who works with a negligent and idle hand,
But the hand of the diligent makes him rich.
The soul (appetite) of the lazy person craves and gets nothing [for lethargy overcomes ambition],
But the soul (appetite) of the diligent [who works willingly] is rich and abundantly supplied.
For even while we were with you, we used to give you this order: if anyone is not willing to work, then he is not to eat, either.
The hand of the diligent will rule,
But the negligent and lazy will be put to forced labor.
Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down,
But a good (encouraging) word makes it glad.
The righteous man is a guide to his neighbor,
But the way of the wicked leads them astray.
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The lazy man does not catch and roast his prey,
But the precious possession of a [wise] man is diligence [because he recognizes opportunities and seizes them].
