Not wanting to work or make an effort; being slow or careless in doing tasks.
Key References
Proverbs 10:4
Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth.
Proverbs 12:24
The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.
Jeremiah 48:10
Cursed is the one who is remiss in doing the work of the LORD, and cursed is he who withholds his sword from bloodshed.
All Scripture References (5)
Proverbs (4)
Proverbs 10:4
Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth.
Proverbs 12:24
The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.
Proverbs 12:27
A lazy man does not roast his game, but a diligent man prizes his possession.
Proverbs 19:15
Laziness brings on deep sleep, and an idle soul will suffer hunger.
Jeremiah (1)
Jeremiah 48:10
Cursed is the one who is remiss in doing the work of the LORD, and cursed is he who withholds his sword from bloodshed.