Parallel Verses
Amplified
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].
New American Standard Bible
But the
King James Version
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
Holman Bible
but to a diligent man, his wealth is precious.
International Standard Version
The lazy person does not roast what he has hunted, but diligence is one's most important possession.
A Conservative Version
The slothful man roasts not that which he took in hunting, but the substance of a diligent man [is] precious.
American Standard Version
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; But the precious substance of men is to the diligent.
Bible in Basic English
He who is slow in his work does not go in search of food; but the ready worker gets much wealth.
Darby Translation
The slothful roasteth not what he took in hunting; but man's precious substance is to the diligent.
Julia Smith Translation
The slothful one shall not ensnare his hunting: and the substance of the active man is precious.
King James 2000
The slothful man roasts not that which he took in hunting: but the possessions of a diligent man are precious.
Lexham Expanded Bible
The lazy will not roast his game, but diligence is the precious wealth of a man.
Modern King James verseion
The lazy one does not start after his game, but the wealth of a hard worker is precious.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
A deceitful man shall find no vantage; but he that is content with that he hath, is more worth than gold.
NET Bible
The lazy person does not roast his prey, but personal possessions are precious to the diligent.
New Heart English Bible
The slothful man doesn't roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
The Emphasized Bible
Indolence, roasteth not, his own game, but, the substance of a man, is precious, when he is diligent.
Webster
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
World English Bible
The slothful man doesn't roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
Youngs Literal Translation
The slothful roasteth not his hunting, And the wealth of a diligent man is precious.
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Word Count of 20 Translations in Proverbs 12:27
Verse Info
Context Readings
Proverbs Of Solomon
26
The righteous man is a guide to his neighbor,
But the way of the wicked leads them astray.
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].
In the way of righteousness is life,
And in its pathway there is no death [but immortality—eternal life].
Names
Cross References
Proverbs 13:4
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.
Psalm 37:16
Better is the little of the righteous [who seek the will of God]
Than the abundance (riches) of many wicked (godless).
Proverbs 15:16
Better is a little with the [reverent, worshipful] fear of the Lord
Than great treasure and trouble with it.
Proverbs 16:8
Better is a little with righteousness
Than great income [gained] with injustice.
Proverbs 23:2
For you will put a knife to your throat
If you are a man of great appetite.
Proverbs 26:15
The lazy person buries his hand in the dish [losing opportunity after opportunity];
It wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.