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Sin of Sloth

Endowed by God with life’s functional might Yet wasting labor’s optimal delight Slothful* hands, though repentant, fully earn Dearth-angst for which their hearts defied to yearn.
*Proverbs 19:24 A slothful man hideth his hand in his bosom, and will not so much as bring it to his mouth again. July 21, 2022 1st place, "Sin of Sloth" Poetry Writing Contest Sponsored by Margarita Lillico; judged on 8/2/2022. Poetry Form "from Rhyme" changed to "Epigram" after Contest was judged.

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Date: 8/11/2022 10:12:00 AM
Great verses, Proverbs and yours both Beata. Congratulations on your win! Linda
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Date: 8/2/2022 11:13:00 PM
Great entry and great recognition ! So well written and deserving the top placement ! Congratulations Beata !
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Date: 8/2/2022 7:17:00 PM
Like your verse and the biblical verse. Congratulations on your win. Many Blessings my friend
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