Proverbs 13:4
The Scripture
(4) The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
In this chapter the story contrasts a wealthy man who is foolish with a poor man who is wise. It shows that wealth does not bring wisdom and that the rich man may be a fool while the poor man is wise. The passage warns against trusting riches and encourages humility and knowledge.
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