Proverbs 12:27

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A lazy man does not roast his game, but a diligent man prizes his possession.
Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
The slothful man doesn’t roast his game, but the possessions of diligent men are prized.
World English Bible (WEB)
The slothful{H7423} man roasteth{H2760}{(H8799)} not that which he took in hunting{H6718}: but the substance{H1952} of a diligent{H2742} man{H120} is precious{H3368}.
Strong's King James
Slackness doesn't catch his prey, And man's precious possession is diligence.
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The F.O.G Paraphrase
The slothful roasteth not his hunting, And the wealth of a diligent man is precious.
Young's Literal Translation

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