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Proverbs 19:24

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A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.

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  1. Proverbs 19:22

    The desire of a man is his kindness: and a poor man is better than a liar.

  2. Proverbs 19:23

    The fear of the Lord tendeth to life: and he that hath it shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

  3. Proverbs 19:25

    Smite a scorner, and the simple will beware: and reprove one that hath understanding, and he will understand knowledge.

  4. Proverbs 19:26

    He that wasteth his father, and chaseth away his mother, is a son that causeth shame, and bringeth reproach.

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