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Proverbs 12:11

Whoever works his land shall be satisfied with bread. But whoever continually pursues leisure is most foolish. Whoever is soothed by lingering over wine leaves behind contempt in his strongholds
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King James Version

He that tilleth his land shall be satisfied with bread: but he that followeth vain persons is void of understanding.

English Standard Version

Whoever works his land will have plenty of bread, but he who follows worthless pursuits lacks sense.

New International Version

He who works his land will have abundant food, but he who chases fantasies lacks judgment.