Proverbs 18:9

Old Testament · SCRIPTURE

Proverbs 18:9

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Berean Standard Bible

Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.

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KJV

King James Version

He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.

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WEB

World English Bible

One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.

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ASV

American Standard Version

He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.

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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB

Proverbs 18

⁷ A fool’s mouth is his ruin, and his lips are a snare to his soul.

⁸ The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being.

⁹ Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.

¹⁰ The name of the LORD is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.

¹¹ A rich man’s wealth is his fortified city; it is like a high wall in his imagination.

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