💡WEB · Proverbs 21:25
What does Proverbs 21:25 mean?
"The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor."
— Proverbs 21:25 (World English Bible)
Surrounding context
A wise man scales the city of the mighty, and brings down the strength of its confidence.
Whoever guards his mouth and his tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
The proud and haughty man, “scoffer” is his name; he works in the arrogance of pride.
The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.
There are those who covet greedily all day long; but the righteous give and don’t withhold.
The sacrifice of the wicked is an abomination; how much more, when he brings it with a wicked mind!
A false witness will perish, and a man who listens speaks to eternity.
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