What does Proverbs 6:8 mean?

Proverbs 6:8 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 6:8 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest.

6Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise:

7Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler,

8Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest.

9How long wilt thou sleep, O sluggard? when wilt thou arise out of thy sleep?

10Yet a little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to sleep:

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