Proverbs 10:5

Proverbs 10:5 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

5He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son,

but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.

5He who gathers in summer is a son who acts wisely,

But he who sleeps in harvest is a son who acts shamefully.

5He who gathers in summer is a son who acts wisely,

But he who sleeps in harvest is a son who acts shamefully.

5He who gathers during summer and takes advantage of his opportunities is a son who acts wisely,

But he who sleeps during harvest and ignores the moment of opportunity is a son who acts shamefully.

5He who gathers in summer is a wise son,

but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.

5A child who gathers crops in summer is wise.

But a child who sleeps at harvest time brings shame.