Proverbs 16:26

He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 16:26

BSB
A worker's appetite works for him because his hunger drives him onward.
AKJV
He that labors labors for himself; for his mouth craves it of him.
CPDV
The soul of the laborer labors for himself, because his mouth has driven him to it.
ERV
The appetite of the labouring man laboureth for him; for his mouth craveth it of him.
NHEB
The appetite of the laboring man labors for him; for his mouth urges him on.
SMT
The soul of him laboring, labored for himself; for his mouth urged upon him.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 16:26

HeH5315Noun FemininethatlabourethH6001labourethH5998VerbforhimselfforhismouthH6310Noun MasculinecravethH404Verbitofhim

Commentary for Proverbs 16:26

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 16:26
Summary
Work sustains personal hunger and need
Event
Labor fulfills personal necessity
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom