American Standard Version
"The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; But the precious substance of menis tothe diligent. "
— Proverbs 12:27, American Standard Version
“The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.”
“The slothful man doesn't roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.”
“The lazy person does not roast his prey, but personal possessions are precious to the diligent.”
“The deceitful man shall not find gain: but the substance of a just man shall be precious gold.”
“He who is slow in his work does not go in search of food; but the ready worker gets much wealth.”
“The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.”
The hand of the diligent shall bear rule; But the slothful shall be put under taskwork.
Heaviness in the heart of a man maketh it stoop; But a good word maketh it glad.
The righteous is a guide to his neighbor; But the way of the wicked causeth them to err.
The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting; But the precious substance of menis tothe diligent.
In the way of righteousness is life; And in the pathway thereof there is no death.