Proverbs 26:14

Arabic SAB (الكتاب الشريف)

كَالْبَابِ الَّذِي يَدُورُ عَلَى مَفَاصِلِهِ، يَتَقَلَّبُ الْكَسْلَانُ فِي فِرَاشِهِ.

What Does This Mean?

This verse compares a lazy person to a door that turns on its hinges. Just like a door stays in one place, the lazy person stays in bed without getting up to work. The message is that laziness keeps a person stuck in one place without progress.

Explained for Children

Imagine a door that just spins round and round but never moves out of its spot. That’s how lazy people are—they just stay in bed, not getting up to do anything. They stay in one place without doing any work.

Historical Background

Proverbs 26:14 is part of the Book of Proverbs, traditionally attributed to King Solomon. Written around the 10th century BCE, this book provides wisdom and advice for living a godly life. The audience was Israelites, and the cultural setting emphasized the importance of hard work and wisdom.

Living It Out Today

Imagine someone who has a job interview but chooses to stay in bed instead of getting up and preparing. This verse reminds us that such laziness can lead to missed opportunities and a lack of progress in our lives.

Topics

• wisdom
• laziness
• work ethic
• progress
• discipline
• motivation

Related Verses

• Proverbs 6:9-11
• Proverbs 10:4
• 2 Thessalonians 3:10
• Ecclesiastes 10:18
• Proverbs 19:15

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean to be 'slothful'?

Being 'slothful' means being lazy or unwilling to work. It describes someone who avoids effort and prefers to do nothing.

How can this verse be applied to modern life?

This verse can be applied to modern life by encouraging people to avoid laziness and instead take action to achieve their goals, whether in work or personal life.

What are some other Bible verses that talk about laziness?

Other verses include Proverbs 6:9-11, which warns about the consequences of being lazy, and 2 Thessalonians 3:10, which emphasizes the importance of working hard.

How did the ancient Israelites view laziness?

Ancient Israelites viewed laziness as a vice that prevented one from fulfilling their responsibilities and living a productive life, as seen in the wisdom literature like Proverbs.