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Proverbs 18:9
He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.
Proverbs 18:9 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 18:9 in other translations
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.
One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.
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In context
6 A fool’s lips enter into contention, And his mouth calleth for stripes.
7 A fool’s mouth is his destruction, And his lips are the snare of his soul.
8 The words of a whisperer are as dainty morsels, And they go down into the innermost parts.
9 He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.
10 The name of Jehovah is a strong tower; The righteous runneth into it, and is safe.
11 The rich man’s wealth is his strong city, And as a high wall in his own imagination.
12 Before destruction the heart of man is haughty; And before honor goeth humility.
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