Verse 20

From the fruit of a person’s mouth his stomach will be satisfied, with the product of his lips he will be satisfied.

Referenced Verses

  • Prov 12:13-14 : 13 The evil person is ensnared by the transgression of his speech, but the righteous person escapes out of trouble. 14 A person will be satisfied with good from the fruit of his words, and the work of his hands will be rendered to him.
  • Prov 13:2 : 2 From the fruit of his speech a person eats good things, but the treacherous desire the fruit of violence.
  • Prov 25:11-12 : 11 Like apples of gold in settings of silver, so is a word skillfully spoken. 12 Like an earring of gold and an ornament of fine gold, so is a wise reprover to the ear of the one who listens.