Proverbs 12:24

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 12:24

BSB

The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.

AKJV

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.

CPDV

The hand of the strong will rule. But anyone who is neglectful will pay tribute.

ERV

The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be put under taskwork.

NHEB

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

SMT

The hand of the active shall give dominion: and of the slothful one shall be for tribute.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 12:24

ThehandH3027Noun FeminineofthediligentH2742shallbearruleH4910VerbbuttheslothfulH7423Noun FeminineshallbeundertributeH4522Noun Masculine

Commentary for Proverbs 12:24

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry

Overview of Proverbs 12:24

Summary

Diligence gains authority; laziness brings servitude.

Event

Labor outcomes determined

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC