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One who works his land will have an abundance of food; But one who chases fantasies will have his fill of poverty.
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The Reward of Diligence
Commentators agree that this verse presents a clear principle: diligent labor leads to provision. Matthew Henry summarizes it as the path to living comfortably. John Gill notes the Hebrew implies being 'filled' or 'satisfied' with bread, emphasizing the abundance that comes from hard work.
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19th Century
Anglican
He that tilleth his land shall have plenty of bread. —The curse of Genesis 3:17-19 is, in God’s mercy, turned into a bles…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
He that tills his land shall have plenty of bread Or, "shall he filled" or "satisfied with bread" F19 : s…
Presbyterian
Those who are diligent follow the path to live comfortably.
