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Desire Isn't Enough
Commentators explain that the sluggard is not without desire. They want wealth, knowledge, and even salvation. However, their desire is passive and disconnected from the necessary effort. This verse teaches that wanting a good outcome is meaningless without the diligent action required to achieve it.
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John Gill
On Proverbs 13:4
17th Century
Pastor
The soul of the sluggard desires, and [has] nothing. He desires knowledge, but does not care to be at any pains to get it…
Matthew Henry
On Proverbs 13:4
17th Century
Minister
The slothful desire the gains the diligent get, but hate the pains the diligent take; therefore they have nothing. This is especially true concerni…