Quote by Isaac Watts

'Tis the voice of the sluggard; I heard him complain, you have waked me too soon, I must slumber again.

'Tis the voice of the sluggard; I heard him complain, you ha

Summary

This quote portrays the voice of a lazy person, referred to as a "sluggard," who complains about being disturbed from their sleep and wishes to go back to slumber. It symbolizes a lack of motivation, productivity, and commitment towards fulfilling responsibilities or achieving goals. The quote serves as a reminder of the consequences of laziness and the importance of being proactive and disciplined in order to avoid wasting time and missing opportunities in life.

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Laziness

By Isaac Watts

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