Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.

Vinegar

As smoke

Bible References

Vinegar

Proverbs 25:13
As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to those that send him, for he refreshes the soul of his master.

As smoke

Isaiah 65:5
who say, Stand by thyself, do not come near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burns all the day.

So

Matthew 25:26
His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful slave, thou knewest that I reap where I did not sow and gather where I have not scattered;
Romans 12:11
not slothful in earnest care, but fervent in the Spirit, serving the Lord,
Hebrews 6:12
that ye not become slothful, but imitators of those who by faith and patience inherit the promises.