Proverbs 18:20

20 From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.

Proverbs 18:20 in Other Translations

KJV
20 A man's belly shall be satisfied with the fruit of his mouth; and with the increase of his lips shall he be filled.
ESV
20 From the fruit of a man's mouth his stomach is satisfied; he is satisfied by the yield of his lips.
NLT
20 Wise words satisfy like a good meal; the right words bring satisfaction.
MSG
20 Words satisfy the mind as much as fruit does the stomach; good talk is as gratifying as a good harvest.
CSB
20 From the fruit of his mouth a man's stomach is satisfied; he is filled with the product of his lips.

Proverbs 18:20 In-Context

18 Casting the lot settles disputes and keeps strong opponents apart.
19 A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.
20 From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.
21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
22 He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.

Cross References 1

  • 1. S Proverbs 12:14
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