English Standard Version

Ecclesiastes 10:18-20 English Standard Version (ESV)

18. Through sloth the roof sinks in,and through indolence the house leaks.

19. Bread is made for laughter,and wine gladdens life,and money answers everything.

20. Even in your thoughts, do not curse the king,nor in your bedroom curse the rich,for a bird of the air will carry your voice,or some winged creature tell the matter.