Proverbs 26:13

The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.

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Other Translations for Proverbs 26:13

BSB
The slacker says, "A lion is in the road! A fierce lion roams the public square!"
AKJV
The slothful man said, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.
CPDV
The lazy one says, "There is a lion along the way, and a lioness in the roads."
ERV
The sluggard saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets.
NHEB
The sluggard says, "There is a lion in the road. A fierce lion roams the streets."
SMT
The slothful one said, A lion in the way; a lion between the broad places.

Commentary for Proverbs 26:13

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 26:13
Summary
Lazy person invents excuses for inaction
Place
Street
Event
Making false excuses
Estimated Time Period
c. 1000 BC
Category
Wisdom