Verse 26

As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.

Referenced Verses

• Prov 25:13 : 13 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters.
• Prov 25:20 : 20 As he that taketh away a garment in cold weather, and as vinegar upon nitre, so is he that singeth songs to an heavy heart.
• Prov 26:6 : 6 He that sendeth a message by the hand of a fool cutteth off the feet, and drinketh damage.
• Matt 25:26 : 26 His lord answered and said unto him, Thou wicked and slothful servant, thou knewest that I reap where I sowed not, and gather where I have not strawed:
• Rom 12:11 : 11 Not slothful in business; fervent in spirit; serving the Lord;
• Heb 6:12 : 12 That ye be not slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
• Isa 65:5 : 5 Which say, Stand by thyself, come not near to me; for I am holier than thou. These are a smoke in my nose, a fire that burneth all the day.