Proverbs 26:14
New Living Translation
14 As a door swings back and forth on its hinges,
so the lazy person turns over in bed.
Proverbs 26:14
New International Version
14 As a door turns on its hinges,
so a sluggard turns on his bed.(A)
Hebrews 6:12
New Living Translation
12 Then you will not become spiritually dull and indifferent. Instead, you will follow the example of those who are going to inherit God’s promises because of their faith and endurance.
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Hebrews 6:12
New International Version
12 We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate(A) those who through faith and patience(B) inherit what has been promised.(C)
Proverbs 24:33
New Living Translation
33 A little extra sleep, a little more slumber,
a little folding of the hands to rest—
Proverbs 24:33
New International Version
33 A little sleep, a little slumber,
a little folding of the hands to rest(A)—
Proverbs 12:27
New Living Translation
27 Lazy people don’t even cook the game they catch,
but the diligent make use of everything they find.
Proverbs 12:27
New International Version
27 The lazy do not roast[a] any game,
but the diligent feed on the riches of the hunt.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 12:27 The meaning of the Hebrew for this word is uncertain.
Proverbs 12:24
New Living Translation
24 Work hard and become a leader;
be lazy and become a slave.
Proverbs 12:24
New International Version
24 Diligent hands will rule,
but laziness ends in forced labor.(A)
Proverbs 6:9-10
New Living Translation
9 But you, lazybones, how long will you sleep?
When will you wake up?
10 A little extra sleep, a little more slumber,
a little folding of the hands to rest—
Proverbs 6:9-10
New International Version
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