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The sluggard does not plow in the autumn;
    he will seek at harvest and have nothing.
The purpose in a man’s mind is like deep water,
    but a man of understanding will draw it out.
Many a man proclaims his own loyalty,
    but a faithful man who can find?

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Sluggards(A) do not plow in season;
    so at harvest time they look but find nothing.(B)

The purposes of a person’s heart are deep waters,(C)
    but one who has insight draws them out.

Many claim to have unfailing love,
    but a faithful person who can find?(D)

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