Proverbs 18:9
Translations
King James Version (KJV)
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
American King James Version (AKJV)
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
American Standard Version (ASV)
He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.
Basic English Translation (BBE)
He who does not give his mind to his work is brother to him who makes destruction.
Webster's Revision
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
World English Bible
One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.
English Revised Version (ERV)
He also that is slack in his work is brother to him that is a destroyer.
Clarke's Proverbs 18:9 Bible Commentary
He also that is slothful - A slothful man neglects his work, and the materials go to ruin: the master, he destroys the materials. They are both destroyers.
Wesley's Proverbs 18:9 Bible Commentary
18:9 Is brother - Though they take several paths, yet both come to one end.
