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Proverbs 12:27
The slothful [man] roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man [is] precious.
Proverbs 12:27 · Webster Bible
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Proverbs 12:27 in other translations
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.
A lazy man does not roast his game, but a diligent man prizes his possession.
The slothful man doesn’t roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
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In context
24 The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
25 Heaviness in the heart of man depresseth it: but a good word maketh it glad.
26 The righteous [is] more excellent than his neighbor: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
27 The slothful [man] roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man [is] precious.
28 In the way of righteousness [is] life; and [in] the path [of it there is] no death.
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