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Proverbs 12:24
The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.
Proverbs 12:24 · New Heart English Bible
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Proverbs 12:24 in other translations
The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.
The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.
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In context
21 No mischief shall happen to the righteous, but the wicked shall be filled with evil.
22 Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who do the truth are his delight.
23 A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
24 The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.
25 Anxiety in a man's heart weighs it down, but a kind word makes it glad.
26 A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27 The slothful man doesn't roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
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