Proverbs 18:20
From the fruit of a man’s mouth his stomach is satisfied; he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.
In context
17 The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him. 18 The lot puts an end to quarrels and decides between powerful contenders. 19 A brother offended is more unyielding than a strong city, and quarreling is like the bars of a castle. 20 From the fruit of a man’s mouth his stomach is satisfied; he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.
21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue, and those who love it will eat its fruits. 22 He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord. 23 The poor use entreaties, but the rich answer roughly.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 18:20 in the KJV
A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; And with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 18:20 in the NIV
From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.