Every slothful man desires, but the hands of the active are diligent.

and apply your hand, knowing that it behooves you to prepare such [meats]; but if you are very insatiable,

A sluggard having hid his hand in his bosom, will not be able to bring it up to his mouth.

Better is a small portion with the fear of the Lord, than great treasures without the fear [of the Lord].

[ 16:5B] He that seeks the Lord shall find knowledge with righteousness, and they that rightly seek Him shall find peace.

A little is better to the righteous than the abundant wealth of sinners.