13:3 13:3

Proverbs 13:4

13:5 13:5

Bible Versions

¶ The soul of the sluggard desireth, and [hath] nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
The soul {H5315} of the sluggard {H6102} desireth {H183}, and hath nothing: but the soul {H5315} of the diligent {H2742} shall be made fat {H1878}.
The lazy person wants but doesn't have; the diligent get their desires filled.
The slacker craves yet has nothing, but the soul of the diligent is fully satisfied.
The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing; But the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Note: Commentary is generated by AI with a directive for Biblical fidelity. Always rely on the Holy Spirit for discernment. The Scripture text and cross-references are from verified, non-AI sources.
  • Proverbs 12:24

    ¶ The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
  • Proverbs 12:11

    ¶ He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain [persons is] void of understanding.
  • 2 Peter 1:5

    ¶ And beside this, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue; and to virtue knowledge;
  • 2 Peter 1:11

    For so an entrance shall be ministered unto you abundantly into the everlasting kingdom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
  • Proverbs 10:4

    ¶ He becometh poor that dealeth [with] a slack hand: but the hand of the diligent maketh rich.
  • Proverbs 2:2

    So that thou incline thine ear unto wisdom, [and] apply thine heart to understanding;
  • Proverbs 2:9

    Then shalt thou understand righteousness, and judgment, and equity; [yea], every good path.
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