6 Go to the ant, you lazy person. Consider her ways and be wise!

7 The lowly ant has no guide or overseer.

8 It prepares its food in the summer and gathers food at the harvest.

9 How long will you sleep, O lazy person? When will you arise from your sleep?

10 »A little sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to rest.

11 Your poverty comes like a traveler. Your need comes like an armed man.