Proverbs 6:6-11 ▼

6 Go to the ant, O lazy one; Observe her ways and be wise,

7 Which, having no chief, Overseer or ruler,

8 She prepares her food in the summer And brings in her provisions [of food for the winter] in the harvest.

9 How long will you lie down, O lazy one? When will you arise from your sleep [and learn self-discipline]?

10 “Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to lie down and rest”—

11 So your poverty will come like an approaching prowler who walks [slowly, but surely] And your need [will come] like an armed man [making you helpless].