26 Bible Verses about sloth

Most Relevant Verses

Ecclesiastes 10:18

Through laziness the rafters [of state affairs] decay and the roof sags, and through idleness [the roof of] the house leaks.

Proverbs 15:19


The way of the lazy is like a hedge of thorns [it pricks, lacerates, and entangles him],
But the way [of life] of the upright is smooth and open like a highway.

Proverbs 26:14


As the door turns on its hinges,
So does the lazy person on his bed [never getting out of it].

Proverbs 26:13


The lazy person [who is self-indulgent and relies on lame excuses] says, “There is a lion in the road!
A lion is in the open square [and if I go outside to work I will be killed]!”

Proverbs 24:30


I went by the field of the lazy man,
And by the vineyard of the man lacking understanding and common sense;

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.

Proverbs 12:27


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].

Proverbs 22:13


The lazy one [manufactures excuses and] says, “There is a lion outside!
I will be killed in the streets [if I go out to work]!”

Proverbs 24:33


“Yet a little sleep, a little slumber,
A little folding of the hands to rest [and daydream],”

Proverbs 19:24


The lazy man buries his hand in the [food] dish,
But will not even bring it to his mouth again.

Proverbs 10:26


Like vinegar to the teeth and smoke to the eyes,
So is the lazy one to those who send him to work.

Proverbs 6:9


How long will you lie down, O lazy one?
When will you arise from your sleep [and learn self-discipline]?

Proverbs 26:16


The lazy person is wiser in his own eyes
Than seven [sensible] men who can give a discreet answer.

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