Proverbs 26:15-17

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁵ The slothful and self-indulgent buries his hand in his bosom; it distresses and wearies him to bring it again to his mouth.^(A)

¹⁶ The sluggard is wiser in his own eyes and conceit than seven men who can render a reason and answer discreetly.

¹⁷ He who, passing by, stops to meddle with strife that is none of his business is like one who takes a dog by the ears.