idle hands are the devil's tools
The phrase "idle hands are the devil's tools" means that when a person is idle or has nothing productive to do, it is more likely that they will engage in mischievous, harmful, or sinful activities. The saying suggests that keeping oneself busy with constructive work or activities is important to avoid negative behavior or temptations.
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