KJV ORIGINAL
Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Go watch the ant, you lazy person; study how it lives, and learn to be wise.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is telling lazy people to learn from ants, who work hard without needing anyone to supervise them.
📚 Historical Context
This proverb comes from ancient Israel's wisdom literature, where King Solomon and other wise teachers used everyday observations from nature to teach life lessons. In the ancient Middle East, people would have been very familiar with ant colonies and their industrious behavior, making this a relatable example for learning about diligence and self-motivation.
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