The Proverbial Grasshopper

He who gathers crops in summer is a wise son,
but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son.
~ Proverbs 10:5

(from a Farmers' Market)

The Proverbial Cost of Wisdom

Wisdom is supreme; therefore get wisdom.
Though it cost all you have,
get understanding.
~ Proverbs 4:7

The Proverbial Gaining of Wisdom and Understanding

Get wisdom, get understanding;
do not forget my words or swerve from them.
~Proverbs 4:5