The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.
What does Proverbs 21:25 mean?
Here is the misery of the slothful; their hands refuse to labour in an honest calling, by which they might get an honest livelihood; yet their hearts cease not to covet riches, pleasures, and honours, which cannot be obtained without labour.
Key themes
Anxiety and fearWisdomJustice and mercyFear of the Lord
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Keep this verse inside Proverbs 21:25-29 and alongside a few nearby related passages.