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.

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.