Proverbs 26:13 nasb — The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road! A lion is in the open square!"

NASB

"The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road! A lion is in the open square!""

— Proverbs 26:13, NASB

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Proverbs 26 — Context

10

Like an archer who wounds everyone, So is he who hires a fool or who hires those who pass by.

11

Like a dog that returns to its vomit Is a fool who repeats his folly.

12

Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him.

13

The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road! A lion is in the open square!"

14

As the door turns on its hinges, So does the sluggard on his bed.

15

The sluggard buries his hand in the dish; He is weary of bringing it to his mouth again.

16

The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes Than seven men who can give a discreet answer.

Proverbs 26:13 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 26:13 say?
Proverbs 26:13 in the NASB reads: “The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road! A lion is in the open square!"”
Where is Proverbs 26:13 in the Bible?
Proverbs 26:13 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 26, 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 26:13.
What translation should I read Proverbs 26:13 in?
Proverbs 26:13 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 26:13?
Proverbs 26:13 reads (NASB): “The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road! A lion is in the open square!"” 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.
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