and to make it your ambition to lead a quiet life and attend to your own business and work with your hands, just as we commanded you,

Like one who takes a dog by the ears
Is he who passes by and meddles with strife not belonging to him.

At the same time they also learn to be idle, as they go around from house to house; and not merely idle, but also gossips and busybodies, talking about things not proper to mention.

Make sure that none of you suffers as a murderer, or thief, or evildoer, or a troublesome meddler;

The beginning of strife is like letting out water,
So abandon the quarrel before it breaks out.

He who steals must steal no longer; but rather he must labor, performing with his own hands what is good, so that he will have something to share with one who has need.

do not merely look out for your own personal interests, but also for the interests of others.

but let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the imperishable quality of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is precious in the sight of God.

Our people must also learn to engage in good deeds to meet pressing needs, so that they will not be unfruitful.

for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity.

One hand full of rest is better than two fists full of labor and striving after wind.