Proverbs 10:26 As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him. I. HE IRRITATES HIS EMPLOYERS. The images of the teeth set on edge, the blinded, smarting eyes, give the thought with great force and great naivete. II. HE IS WORSE THAN USELESS. The Bible shows a great aversion from idleness, sluggishness (Proverbs 6:6, seqq.; Proverbs 12:27; 19:24; 22:13). 1. Laziness is a vice and the parent of worse. 2. The swift discharge of duty is acceptable to God and man. - J. Parallel Verses KJV: As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.WEB: As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to those who send him. |
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