The soul of the sluggard desireth, and hath nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.
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Verse 4 is found in chapter 13 of Proverbs. The chapter begins with responses to correction and continues with contrasts between speaking prudently and acting impulsively. The person who guards his mouth protects his life, while one who speaks without restraint may expose himself to disaster. Wealth acquired quickly is contrasted with wealth accumulated little by little, introducing a wisdom perspective on prosperity based on patience and consistent work.
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Compare Proverbs 13:4 in different Bible versions and see how its wording varies between translations. These differences can help you better understand the meaning and context of the passage.
Der Faule begehrt und kriegt's doch nicht; aber die Fleißigen kriegen genug.
Desea, y nada alcanza el alma del perezoso: Mas el alma de los diligentes será engordada.
L'âme du paresseux a des désirs qu'il ne peut satisfaire; Mais l'âme des hommes diligents sera rassasiée.
L’anima del pigro appetisce, e non ha nulla; Ma l’anima de’ diligenti sarà ingrassata
A alma do preguiçoso deseja, e coisa nenhuma alcança, mas a alma dos diligentes se farta.
懶惰的人奢求,卻無所得; 殷勤的人必然豐裕。
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