“He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame.”
Harvest wisdom: He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son. The specific example of agricultural timing illustrates the broader principle. The prudent son gathers when opportunity presents itself (b'hayitz). The foolish son sleeps, missing the crucial moment. Disgrace (qalon) attaches to the son who misses the harvest through inattention. This appeals to the young person's awareness of timing and seasons: there are moments when action must be taken or opportunity is lost.
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