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Proverbs 12:24

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The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.

Context

21No mischief shall happen to the righteous, but the wicked shall be filled with evil.
22Lying lips are an abomination to Yahweh, but those who do the truth are his delight.
23A prudent man keeps his knowledge, but the hearts of fools proclaim foolishness.
24The hands of the diligent ones shall rule, but laziness ends in slave labor.
25Anxiety in a man’s heart weighs it down, but a kind word makes it glad.
26A righteous person is cautious in friendship, but the way of the wicked leads them astray.
27The slothful man doesn’t roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.

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