²⁷ The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.

⁴ The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.

¹⁵ The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.

¹⁶ Better is little with the fear of the Lord than great treasure and trouble therewith.

¹⁶ A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.

² And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite.

⁸ Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.