“The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.”
Proverbs 12:24 (KJV) |
Proverbs 12:24
From Proverbs 12, in the Book of Proverbs (Old Testament).
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Lying lips are abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly are his delight.
A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.
The righteous is more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.