24 (A)A lazy man buries his hand in the [a]bowl,
And will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

25 Strike a scoffer, and the simple (B)will become wary;
(C)Rebuke one who has understanding, and he will discern knowledge.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 19:24 LXX, Syr. bosom; Tg., Vg. armpit

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