Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.

Bible References

Slothful

Proverbs 13:4
The slacker craves, yet has nothing,
but the diligent is fully satisfied.
Proverbs 23:2
and put a knife to your throat
if you have a big appetite;
Proverbs 26:15
The slacker buries his hand in the bowl;
he is too weary to bring it to his mouth.

General references

Proverbs 19:24
The slacker buries his hand in the bowl;
he doesn’t even bring it back to his mouth.
Proverbs 21:25
A slacker’s craving will kill him
because his hands refuse to work.
Proverbs 26:14
A door turns on its hinges,
and a slacker, on his bed.

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