Proverbs 23:21
Translations
King James Version (KJV)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
American King James Version (AKJV)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
American Standard Version (ASV)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty; And drowsiness will clothe a man with rags.
Basic English Translation (BBE)
For those who take delight in drink and feasting will come to be in need; and through love of sleep a man will be poorly clothed.
Webster's Revision
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
World English Bible
for the drunkard and the glutton shall become poor; and drowsiness clothes them in rags.
English Revised Version (ERV)
For the drunkard and the glutton shall come to poverty: and drowsiness shall clothe a man with rags.
Barnes's Proverbs 23:21 Bible Commentary
The three forms of evil that destroy reputation and tempt to waste are brought together.
Drowsiness - Specially the drunken sleep, heavy and confused.