Proverbs 12:27
Proverbs · Old Testament · Chapter 12
“The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.”Proverbs 12:27
What Does Proverbs 12:27 Mean?
Proverbs 12:27 is found in the book of Proverbs, chapter 12, verse 27 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 11 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (11)
These passages are connected to Proverbs 12:27 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 12:24“The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.”Proverbs 13:4“The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.”Proverbs 21:25“The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.”Proverbs 19:24“A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.”Proverbs 26:14“As the door turneth upon his hinges, so doth the slothful upon his bed.”Proverbs 26:15“The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.”Ecclesiastes 4:5“The fool foldeth his hands together, and eateth his own flesh.”Psalms 37:16“A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.”Proverbs 15:16“Better is little with the fear of the LORD than great treasure and trouble therewith.”Proverbs 16:8“Better is a little with righteousness than great revenues without right.”Proverbs 23:2“And put a knife to thy throat, if thou be a man given to appetite.”
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