Proverbs 12:27 - The Popular Commentary by Paul E. Kretzmann

Bible Comments

v. 27. The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting, literally, "catcheth not his prey," being too lazy to make use of his opportunities; but the substance of a diligent man is precious, his industry is a valuable possession and grasps the opportunities offered him.

Proverbs 12:27

27 The slothful man roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man is precious.