Proverbs 18:9

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

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Other Translations for Proverbs 18:9

BSB

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

AKJV

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

CPDV

Whoever is dissolute and slack in his work is the brother of him who wastes his own works.

ERV

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

NHEB

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

SMT

Also he being slothful in his work, he the brother of the master of destruction.

Word Study (Strong’s) for Proverbs 18:9

HealsothatisslothfulH7503VerbinhisworkH4399Noun FeminineisbrotherH251Noun MasculinetohimthatisagreatH1167Noun Masculine wasterH7843Verb

Commentary for Proverbs 18:9

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

Overview of Proverbs 18:9

Summary

Laziness equals destructive wastefulness.

Event

Laziness compared to waste

Estimated Time Period

c. 950 BC