The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
What does Proverbs 13:4 mean?
The slothful desire the gains the diligent get, but hate the pains the diligent take; therefore they have nothing. This is especially true as to the soul.
Key themes
Anxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyTruthFear of the Lord
Read with
Keep this verse inside Proverbs 13:3-4 and alongside a few nearby related passages.