Proverbs 18:9
9 One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys.
Other Translations of Proverbs 18:9
King James Version
9 He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
English Standard Version
9 Whoever is slack in his work is a brother to him who destroys.
The Message
9 Slack habits and sloppy work are as bad as vandalism.
New King James Version
9 He who is slothful in his work Is a brother to him who is a great destroyer.
New Living Translation
9 A lazy person is as bad as someone who destroys things.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 18:9
Commentary on Proverbs 18:9
(Read Proverbs 18:9)
Omissions of duty, and in duty, are fatal to the soul, as well as commissions of sin.