Proverbs 22:13 asv — The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets.

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"The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets. "

— Proverbs 22:13, American Standard Version

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“The sluggard says, "There is a lion outside! I will be killed in the streets!"”
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“The sluggard has said,“There is a lion outside! I will be killed in the middle of the streets!””
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Proverbs 22 — Context

Cast out the scoffer, and contention will go out; Yea, strife and ignominy will cease.

He that loveth pureness of heart, Forthe grace of his lips the king will be his friend.

The eyes of Jehovah preservehim that hathknowledge; But he overthroweth the words of the treacherous man.

The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets.

The mouth of strange women is a deep pit; He that is abhorred of Jehovah shall fall therein.

Foolishness is bound up in the heart of a child; Butthe rod of correction shall drive it far from him.

He that oppresseth the poor to increase his gain, Andhe that giveth to the rich, shall come only to want.

Proverbs 22:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 22:13 say?

Proverbs 22:13 in the American Standard Version reads: “The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets. ”

Where is Proverbs 22:13 in the Bible?

Proverbs 22:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 22, verse 13.

Who wrote Proverbs?

Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.

What is the book of Proverbs about?

Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.

What are the major themes of Proverbs?

Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 22:13.

What translation should I read Proverbs 22:13 in?

Proverbs 22:13 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Proverbs 22:13?

Proverbs 22:13 reads (ASV): “The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Proverbs 22:13 asv — The sluggard saith, There is a lion without; I shall be slain in the streets.

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