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The desire of the lazy kill him; for his hands refuse to labor. Proverbs 21:25

The desire of the lazy kill him; for his hands refuse to lab

Summary

This quote from the Book of Proverbs implies that laziness leads to destruction and hardship. It suggests that those who lack the motivation or willingness to work will suffer the consequences. The lazy individual's refusal to engage in labor or to put effort into their tasks ultimately brings about their downfall. The quote serves as a cautionary reminder that a lack of drive and initiative can have negative consequences in one's life.

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