A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again.
A lazy person puts their hand in their pocket and won't even bring it back out to feed themselves.
This verse is describing someone so extremely lazy that they won't even make the effort to eat when they're hungry.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, compiled during the ancient Israelite monarchy to provide practical guidance for living wisely. This verse uses exaggerated imagery from everyday life, such as eating with one's hands, to highlight the absurdity of extreme laziness in a culture where diligence was essential for survival and prosperity. In the biblical narrative, such proverbs were intended to instruct young people and leaders on the value of hard work and moral integrity.
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