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 lazy person craves, yet receives nothing, but the desires of the diligent are satisfied.
Proverbs 23:2
Put a knife to your own throat, if you have a big appetite.
Proverbs 26:15
The lazy person buries his hand in the dish, but he's too tired to bring it to his mouth again.

General references

Proverbs 19:24
The lazy person buries his hand in his dish and doesn't bother to bring it back to his mouth.
Proverbs 21:25
What the lazy person craves will kill him, because his hands refuse to work.
Proverbs 26:14
The door turns on its hinges as does the lazy person on his bed.

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