6 Walk in the manner of the ant, O slacker;

observe its ways and become wise.

7 Without a commander,

without an overseer or ruler,

8 it prepares its provisions in summer;

it gathers its food at harvest.

9 How long will you lie there, O slacker?

When will you get up from your sleep?

10 A little sleep, a little slumber,

a little folding of the hands to rest,

11 and poverty will come upon you like a robber,

and need like a bandit.