Proverbs 24:33 nasb — "A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,"

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""A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,""

— Proverbs 24:33, NASB

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“Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep:”
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““A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to relax,”
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Proverbs 24 — Context

I passed by the field of the sluggard And by the vineyard of the man lacking sense,

And behold, it was completely overgrown with thistles; Its surface was covered with nettles, And its stone wall was broken down.

When I saw, I reflected upon it; I looked, and received instruction.

"A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,"

Then your poverty will come as a robber And your want like an armed man.

Proverbs 24:33 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 24:33 say?

Proverbs 24:33 in the NASB reads: “"A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,"”

Where is Proverbs 24:33 in the Bible?

Proverbs 24:33 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 24, verse 33.

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 24:33.

What translation should I read Proverbs 24:33 in?

Proverbs 24:33 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 24:33?

Proverbs 24:33 reads (NASB): “"A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,"” 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 24:33 nasb — "A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to rest,"

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