Proverbs 14:4
Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
In context
1 The wise woman builds her house, but with her own hands the foolish one tears hers down. 2 Whoever fears the Lord walks uprightly, but those who despise him are devious in their ways. 3 A fool’s mouth lashes out with pride, but the lips of the wise protect them. 4 Where there are no oxen, the manger is empty, but from the strength of an ox come abundant harvests.
5 An honest witness does not deceive, but a false witness pours out lies. 6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. 7 Stay away from a fool, for you will not find knowledge on their lips.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 14:4 in the KJV
Where no oxen are, the crib is clean: But much increase is by the strength of the ox.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 14:4 in the ESV
Where there are no oxen, the manger is clean, but abundant crops come by the strength of the ox.