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Berean Standard Bible

“Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.”

Proverbs 18:9

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Study note

Proverbs 18 speaks about the power of words, friendship and the practical results of laziness or diligence. It reflects on how attitudes shape outcomes.

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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

Whoever is slothful in his work is brother to him who destroys.

World English Bible (WEB)

One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.

King James Version (KJV)

He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who does not give his mind to his work is brother to him who makes destruction.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

También el que es negligente en su obra es hermano del hombre disipador.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

El perezoso es tan malo como el destructor.

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