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One who is slack in his work is brother to one who destroys.
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American Standard Version
He also that is slack in his work Is brother to him that is a destroyer.
Christian Standard Bible
The one who is lazy in his work is brother to a vandal.
English Standard Version
Whoever is slack in his work is a brother to him who destroys.
King James Version
He also that is slothful in his work is brother to him that is a great waster.
New American Standard Bible
He also who is lax in his work Is a brother to him who destroys.
New King James Version
He who is slothful in his work Is a brother to him who is a great destroyer.
New Living Translation
A lazy person is as bad as someone who destroys things.
World English Bible
One who is slack in his work is brother to him who is a master of destruction.