This proverb warns against laziness and encourages diligence. It compares people who merely wait for opportunities to come to them to birds that expect ears of wheat to fall directly into their beaks. An equivalent proverb is ‘God helps those who help themselves,’ which reminds us that we must take initiative to succeed in life. The message is clear that inaction and passivity lead to nothing fruitful; it is important to be proactive and determined in your actions to achieve your goals.