As vinegar to the teeth, and as smoke to the eyes, so is the sluggard to them that send him.
Como el vinagre que duele los dientes y como el humo que irrita los ojos, así es el perezoso para quienes lo envían a trabajar.
El perezoso causa molestia y frustración a quienes confían en él para hacer un trabajo.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the time of King Solomon, around 900 BC, the book of Proverbs was written as part of ancient Israel's wisdom literature to teach moral and practical lessons for everyday life. This verse uses relatable metaphors from daily experiences, such as the sharp irritation of vinegar on teeth or smoke in the eyes, to illustrate the frustration a lazy person brings to those who rely on them. In that culture, hard work and reliability were essential virtues, often contrasted with laziness in proverbs to guide people toward wise living.
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