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for his hands refuse to labour.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/21.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />The desire of the lazy <i>man</i> kills him, For his hands refuse to labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/21.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />The desire of the lazy one puts him to death, For his hands refuse to work;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard puts him to death, For his hands refuse to work;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/21.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard puts him to death, For his hands refuse to work;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/21.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard puts him to death, For his hands refuse to work;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/21.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />The desire of the lazy kills him, For his hands refuse to labor;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/21.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A slacker’s craving will kill him because his hands refuse to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/21.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A slacker&#8217s craving will kill him because his hands refuse to work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/21.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard killeth him; For his hands refuse to labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/21.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />If you want too much and are too lazy to work, it could be fatal. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/21.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labour.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/21.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />The desire of a lazy person will kill him because his hands refuse to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/21.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Lazy people who refuse to work are only killing themselves; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/21.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />What the lazy person craves will kill him, because his hands refuse to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/21.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />The craving of the slacker kills him because his hands refuse to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/21.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />What the sluggard desires will kill him, for his hands refuse to work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/21.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/21.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />The desire of the slothful killeth him; for his hands refuse to labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/21.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard kills him, for his hands refuse to labor. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/21.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The desire of the slothful slays him, "" For his hands have refused to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/21.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> The desire of the slothful slayeth him, For his hands have refused to work.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/21.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />The desire of the slothful shall kill him, for his hands refused to work,<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/21.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Desires kill the slothful: for his hands have refused to work at all. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/21.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Desires kill the lazy, for his hands are not willing to work at all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/21.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />The desire of sluggards will slay them, for their hands refuse to work. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/21.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />The craving of the lazy person is fatal, for lazy hands refuse to labor.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/21.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />The desire of the sluggard kills him; for his hands refuse to labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/21.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />The lust of the lazy one kills him, because he does not choose to work with his hands.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/21.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />The desire of the slothful killeth him; For his hands refuse to labour.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/21.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Desires kill the sluggard; for his hands do not choose to do anything.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/21-25.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4327" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/21.htm">The King's Heart</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">24</span>Mocker is the name of the proud and arrogant man—of him who acts with excessive pride. <span class="reftext">25</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/8378.htm" title="8378: ta·’ă·waṯ (N-fsc) -- A desire. From 'avah; a longing; by implication, a delight.">The craving</a> <a href="/hebrew/6102.htm" title="6102: ‘ā·ṣêl (Adj-ms) -- Sluggish, lazy. From atsal; indolent.">of the slacker</a> <a href="/hebrew/4191.htm" title="4191: tə·mî·ṯen·nū (V-Hifil-Imperf-3fs:: 3mse) -- To die. A primitive root: to die; causatively, to kill.">kills him</a> <a href="/hebrew/3588.htm" title="3588: kî- (Conj) -- That, for, when. ">because</a> <a href="/hebrew/3027.htm" title="3027: yā·ḏāw (N-fdc:: 3ms) -- Hand (indicating power, means, direction, etc.)">his hands</a> <a href="/hebrew/3985.htm" title="3985: mê·’ă·nū (V-Piel-Perf-3cp) -- To refuse. A primitive root; to refuse.">refuse</a> <a href="/hebrew/6213.htm" title="6213: la·‘ă·śō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To do, make. A primitive root; to do or make, in the broadest sense and widest application.">to work.</a> </span><span class="reftext">26</span>All day long he covets more, but the righteous give without restraint.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Proverbs 13:4</a></span><br />The slacker craves yet has nothing, but the soul of the diligent is fully satisfied.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/19-24.htm">Proverbs 19:24</a></span><br />The slacker buries his hand in the dish; he will not even bring it back to his mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-9.htm">Proverbs 6:9-11</a></span><br />How long will you lie there, O slacker? When will you get up from your sleep? / A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest, / and poverty will come upon you like a robber, and need like a bandit.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/24-30.htm">Proverbs 24:30-34</a></span><br />I went past the field of a slacker and by the vineyard of a man lacking judgment. / Thorns had grown up everywhere, thistles had covered the ground, and the stone wall was broken down. / I observed and took it to heart; I looked and received instruction: ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/10-18.htm">Ecclesiastes 10:18</a></span><br />Through laziness the roof caves in, and in the hands of the idle, the house leaks.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/10-4.htm">Proverbs 10:4</a></span><br />Idle hands make one poor, but diligent hands bring wealth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/12-24.htm">Proverbs 12:24</a></span><br />The hand of the diligent will rule, but laziness ends in forced labor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/20-4.htm">Proverbs 20:4</a></span><br />The slacker does not plow in season; at harvest time he looks, but nothing is there.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/26-14.htm">Proverbs 26:14-15</a></span><br />As a door turns on its hinges, so the slacker turns on his bed. / The slacker buries his hand in the dish; it wearies him to bring it back to his mouth.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_thessalonians/3-10.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:10-12</a></span><br />For even while we were with you, we gave you this command: “If anyone is unwilling to work, he shall not eat.” / For we hear that some of you are leading undisciplined lives, accomplishing nothing, but being busybodies. / We command and urge such people by our Lord Jesus Christ to begin working quietly to earn their own living.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/25-26.htm">Matthew 25:26-30</a></span><br />‘You wicked, lazy servant!’ replied his master. ‘You knew that I reap where I have not sown and gather where I have not scattered seed. / Then you should have deposited my money with the bankers, and on my return I would have received it back with interest. / Therefore take the talent from him and give it to the one who has ten talents. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_timothy/5-8.htm">1 Timothy 5:8</a></span><br />If anyone does not provide for his own, and especially his own household, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/james/2-17.htm">James 2:17</a></span><br />So too, faith by itself, if it does not result in action, is dead.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-11.htm">Romans 12:11</a></span><br />Do not let your zeal subside; keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-23.htm">Colossians 3:23</a></span><br />Whatever you do, work at it with your whole being, as for the Lord and not for men,</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">The desire of the slothful kills him; for his hands refuse to labor.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-6.htm">Proverbs 6:6-11</a></b></br> Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/12-24.htm">Proverbs 12:24,27</a></b></br> The hand of the diligent shall bear rule: but the slothful shall be under tribute… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Proverbs 13:4</a></b></br> The soul of the sluggard desireth, and <i>hath</i> nothing: but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/13-2.htm">Craving</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-6.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-10.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-1.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-4.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/job/24-14.htm">Killeth</a> <a href="/psalms/10-8.htm">Kills</a> <a href="/proverbs/14-23.htm">Labor</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-20.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-7.htm">Refuse</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-7.htm">Refused</a> <a href="/proverbs/1-32.htm">Slayeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-4.htm">Slothful</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-4.htm">Sluggard</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Sluggard's</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-8.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/21-26.htm">Craving</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-13.htm">Death</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-26.htm">Desire</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-26.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-13.htm">Hater</a> <a href="/isaiah/66-3.htm">Killeth</a> <a href="/isaiah/66-3.htm">Kills</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/1-3.htm">Labor</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-29.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/30-7.htm">Refuse</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-10.htm">Refused</a> <a href="/ezekiel/26-8.htm">Slayeth</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-13.htm">Slothful</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-13.htm">Sluggard</a> <a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Sluggard's</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-13.htm">Work</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 21</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/21-1.htm">The king's heart in the hand of the Lord</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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In biblical context, the term "slacker" refers to someone who is habitually lazy or idle. Proverbs frequently contrasts the diligent with the lazy, emphasizing the consequences of each lifestyle. The craving represents unfulfilled desires that lead to frustration and ultimately spiritual or physical demise. This aligns with the broader biblical theme that sin and neglect of duty lead to death (<a href="/romans/6-23.htm">Romans 6:23</a>). The idea of craving can also be linked to the insatiable desires of the flesh, which are never satisfied and can lead to ruin (<a href="/galatians/5-16.htm">Galatians 5:16-17</a>).<p><b>because his hands refuse to work</b><br>This part of the verse underscores the importance of action and responsibility. In ancient Israel, work was not only a means of survival but also a way to honor God and contribute to the community. The refusal to work is seen as a moral failing, leading to poverty and shame (<a href="/proverbs/10-4.htm">Proverbs 10:4</a>). The hands symbolize one's ability to act and produce; when they refuse to work, it reflects a deeper issue of the heart and will. This refusal is contrasted with the diligent worker, who is rewarded with prosperity and satisfaction (<a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Proverbs 13:4</a>). The New Testament echoes this sentiment, as seen in <a href="/2_thessalonians/3-10.htm">2 Thessalonians 3:10</a>, where Paul instructs that if anyone is unwilling to work, they should not eat. This principle highlights the value of labor and the consequences of neglecting one's responsibilities.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/t/the_sluggard.htm">The Sluggard</a></b><br>A recurring character in the Book of Proverbs, representing laziness and a lack of diligence. The sluggard is often depicted as someone who desires success or fulfillment but is unwilling to put in the necessary effort.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the king of Israel known for his wisdom. His proverbs often contrast the wise and the foolish, the diligent and the lazy.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context in which Proverbs was written. In this agrarian society, hard work was essential for survival and prosperity.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_danger_of_laziness.htm">The Danger of Laziness</a></b><br>Laziness is not just a character flaw; it can lead to one's downfall. The sluggard's refusal to work results in unmet desires and ultimately, destruction.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_value_of_diligence.htm">The Value of Diligence</a></b><br>Diligence is a virtue that leads to fulfillment and success. The Bible consistently praises hard work and the rewards it brings.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/s/spiritual_implications_of_work.htm">Spiritual Implications of Work</a></b><br>Work is not merely a physical necessity but a spiritual discipline. It reflects our obedience to God's design for humanity and our stewardship of His creation.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/consequences_of_inaction.htm">Consequences of Inaction</a></b><br>Inaction and procrastination can lead to missed opportunities and unfulfilled potential. The sluggard's cravings remain unsatisfied because he does not act.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/a/aligning_desires_with_effort.htm">Aligning Desires with Effort</a></b><br>Our desires should be matched by our willingness to work. True fulfillment comes when we align our efforts with our goals and God's will.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_21.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 21</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_god_cause_suffering.htm">Does idleness lead to poverty?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_willow_creek_community_church.htm">What does the Bible teach about diligence?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_does_'idle_hands'_mean.htm">What does "Idle hands are the devil's workshop" mean?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/bible's_view_on_alcohol.htm">Are you diligent or slothful in your work?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/21.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(25) <span class= "bld">The desire of the slothful killeth them.--</span>Their love for sloth and pleasure ruins them in soul and body and fortune.<p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/21.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 25.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">The desire of the slothful killeth him.</span> The craving for ease and rest, and the consequent disinclination for labour, prove fatal to the slothful man. Or, it may be, the mere wish, combined with no active exertion to secure its accomplishment, is fatal to soul, body, and fortune (comp. <a href="/proverbs/13-4.htm">Proverbs 13:4</a>; <a href="/proverbs/19-24.htm">Proverbs 19:24</a>). Lesetre quotes Bossuet, "Le paresseux spirituel s'expose aussi a la mort eternelle; car les bone desirs ne suffisient pas pour le salut; il faut encore les oeuvres" (see <a href="/matthew/7-21.htm">Matthew 7:21</a>; <a href="/romans/2-13.htm">Romans 2:13</a>). <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/21-25.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">The craving</span><br /><span class="heb">תַּאֲוַ֣ת</span> <span class="translit">(ta·’ă·waṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8378.htm">Strong's 8378: </a> </span><span class="str2">A longing, a delight</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of the sluggard</span><br /><span class="heb">עָצֵ֣ל</span> <span class="translit">(‘ā·ṣêl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adjective - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6102.htm">Strong's 6102: </a> </span><span class="str2">Sluggish, lazy</span><br /><br /><span class="word">will kill him</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּמִיתֶ֑נּוּ</span> <span class="translit">(tə·mî·ṯen·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - third person feminine singular | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4191.htm">Strong's 4191: </a> </span><span class="str2">To die, to kill</span><br /><br /><span class="word">because</span><br /><span class="heb">כִּֽי־</span> <span class="translit">(kî-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunction<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> </span><span class="str2">A relative conjunction</span><br /><br /><span class="word">his hands</span><br /><span class="heb">יָדָ֣יו</span> <span class="translit">(yā·ḏāw)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - fdc | third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3027.htm">Strong's 3027: </a> </span><span class="str2">A hand</span><br /><br /><span class="word">refuse</span><br /><span class="heb">מֵאֲנ֖וּ</span> <span class="translit">(mê·’ă·nū)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Piel - Perfect - third person common plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3985.htm">Strong's 3985: </a> </span><span class="str2">To refuse</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to work.</span><br /><span class="heb">לַעֲשֽׂוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(la·‘ă·śō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6213.htm">Strong's 6213: </a> </span><span class="str2">To do, make</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/21-25.htm">Proverbs 21:25 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/21-25.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 21:25 The desire of the sluggard kills him (Prov. 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