Proverbs 19:15

“Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger.”

"Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger." - Proverbs 19:15
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What does Proverbs 19:15 mean?

The Bible verse Proverbs 19:15 from the King James Version (KJV) states, "Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger." This verse is a powerful reminder of the consequences of laziness and the importance of diligence and hard work. The theme of…

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Awakening from the Slumber of Slothfulness

In the book of Proverbs, a treasure trove of divine wisdom, chapter 19 verse 15 presents a sobering truth: "Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger." This verse serves as a mirror, reflecting the stark reality of laziness and its…

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A Prayer for Diligence and Purpose

Heavenly Father, We come to You in humble adoration, lifting our hearts and minds toward Your love and grace. You are the source of all wisdom and understanding, and we seek to align ourselves with Your truths, especially as we reflect on the wisdom found in Proverbs 19:15…

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Proverbs 19:15 - "Slothfulness casteth into a deep sleep; and an idle soul shall suffer hunger."
Proverbs 15:19 - "The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain."
Proverbs 15:18-19 - "A hot-tempered person stirs up conflict, but the one who is patient calms a quarrel. The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway."
"The way of the slothful man is as an hedge of thorns: but the way of the righteous is made plain." - Proverbs 15:19
Proverbs 19:8
Proverbs 19:8
Proverbs 15:15 - "All the days of the afflicted are evil: but he that is of a merry heart hath a continual feast."
Proverbs 19:19 - "A man of great wrath shall suffer punishment: for if thou deliver him, yet thou must do it again."
Proverbs 19:29 - "Judgments are prepared for scorners, and stripes for the back of fools."
Proverbs 4:19 - "The way of the wicked is as darkness: they know not at what they stumble."
Proverbs 7:19 - "For the goodman is not at home, he is gone a long journey:"
Proverbs 2:15 - "Whose ways are crooked, and they froward in their paths:"
Proverbs 21:19 - "It is better to dwell in the wilderness, than with a contentious and an angry woman."
Proverbs 14:19 - "The evil bow before the good; and the wicked at the gates of the righteous."
Proverbs 8:15 - "By me kings reign, and princes decree justice."
Proverbs 9:15 - "To call passengers who go right on their ways:"
Proverbs 16:19 - "Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud."
Proverbs 29:19 - "A servant will not be corrected by words: for though he understand he will not answer."
Proverbs 19:14 - "House and riches are the inheritance of fathers: and a prudent wife is from the LORD."
Proverbs 12:19 - "The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue is but for a moment."
Proverbs 19:28 - "An ungodly witness scorneth judgment: and the mouth of the wicked devoureth iniquity."
Proverbs 15:33 - "The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom; and before honour is humility."
Proverbs 27:19 - "As in water face answereth to face, so the heart of man to man."
Proverbs 4:15 - "Avoid it, pass not by it, turn from it, and pass away."
Genesis 15:19
Proverbs 15:22 - "Without counsel purposes are disappointed: but in the multitude of counsellors they are established."
Proverbs 15:3 - "The eyes of the LORD are in every place, beholding the evil and the good."
Proverbs 20:15 - "There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel."
Genesis 19-15