Proverbs 21:23-25

Revised Standard Version

²³He who keeps his mouth and his tongue
    keeps himself out of trouble.
²⁴“Scoffer” is the name of the proud, haughty man
    who acts with arrogant pride.
²⁵The desire of the sluggard kills him
    for his hands refuse to labor.

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