4 The hater of work does not get his desires, but the soul of the hard workers will be made fat.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 13:4

Commentary on Proverbs 13:4

(Read Proverbs 13:4)

The slothful desire the gains the diligent get, but hate the pains the diligent take; therefore they have nothing. This is especially true as to the soul.