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Proverbs 16:26

The soul of the laborer labors for himself, because his mouth has driven him to it
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King James Version

He that laboureth laboureth for himself; for his mouth craveth it of him.

English Standard Version

A worker's appetite works for him; his mouth urges him on.

New International Version

The laborer's appetite works for him; his hunger drives him on.