27 The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting,
But diligence is man’s precious possession.

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(A)The soul of a lazy man desires, and has nothing;
But the soul of the diligent shall be made rich.

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15 The (A)lazy man buries his hand in the [a]bowl;
It wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 26:15 LXX, Syr. bosom; Tg., Vg. armpit

16 (A)Better is a little with the fear of the Lord,
Than great treasure with trouble.

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16 (A)A little that a righteous man has
Is better than the riches of many wicked.

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And put a knife to your throat
If you are a man given to appetite.

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(A)Better is a little with righteousness,
Than vast revenues without justice.

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