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Proverbs 12:24

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24 The hand of the diligent will rule, But the lazy man will be put to forced labor.

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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:24

Commentary on Proverbs 12:24

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Those who will not take pains in an honest calling, living by tricks and dishonesty, are paltry and beggarly.

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