Proverbs 10:21

21 The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of sense.

Proverbs 10:21 In-Context

19 When words are many, transgression is not lacking, but he who restrains his lips is prudent.
20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver; the mind of the wicked is of little worth.
21 The lips of the righteous feed many, but fools die for lack of sense.
22 The blessing of the LORD makes rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.
23 It is like sport to a fool to do wrong, but wise conduct is pleasure to a man of understanding.
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