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
Like cold snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to his senders; for he makes return to his master's soul.
As smoke
Isaiah 65:5
who say, Keep to yourself, do not come near me; for I am holier than you. These are a smoke in My nose, a fire that burns all the day.
So
Matthew 25:26
His lord answered and said to him, Evil and slothful servant! You knew that I reaped where I did not sow, and gathered where I did not scatter,
Romans 12:11
As to diligence, not slothful, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord;
Hebrews 6:12
that you be not slothful, but imitators of those who through faith and patience inherit the promises.