Proverbs 12:24
King James VersionSource notes
“The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.”
Context
21There shall no evil happen to the just: but the wicked shall be filled with mischief.
22Lying lips abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly his delight.
23A prudent man concealeth knowledge: but the heart of fools proclaimeth foolishness.
24The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute.
25Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.
26The righteous more excellent than his neighbour: but the way of the wicked seduceth them.
27The slothful roasteth not that which he took in hunting: but the substance of a diligent man precious.