Proverbs 10:5
5 He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.
Other Translations of Proverbs 10:5
King James Version
5 He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.
English Standard Version
5 He who gathers in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps in harvest is a son who brings shame.
The Message
5 Make hay while the sun shines - that's smart; go fishing during harvest - that's stupid.
New King James Version
5 He who gathers in summer is a wise son; He who sleeps in harvest is a son who causes shame.
New Living Translation
5 A wise youth harvests in the summer, but one who sleeps during harvest is a disgrace.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:5
Commentary on Proverbs 10:5
(Read Proverbs 10:5)
Here is just blame of those who trifle away opportunities, both for here and for hereafter.