Proverbs 22:13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
13 The lazy person says, “There is a lion outside!
I shall be killed in the streets!”(A)
Proverbs 22:13
New Living Translation
13 The lazy person claims, “There’s a lion out there!
If I go outside, I might be killed!”
Proverbs 22:29
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
29 Do you see those who are skillful in their work?
They will serve kings;
they will not serve common people.(A)
Proverbs 22:29
New Living Translation
29 Do you see any truly competent workers?
They will serve kings
rather than working for ordinary people.
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