World English Bible

Proverbs 18:21

Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.

In the chapter

19 A brother offended is more difficult than a fortified city; and disputes are like the bars of a castle.

20 A man's stomach is filled with the fruit of his mouth. With the harvest of his lips he is satisfied.

21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.

22 Whoever finds a wife finds a good thing, and obtains favor of Yahweh.

23 The poor plead for mercy, but the rich answer harshly.

Questions

What does Proverbs 18:21 say?

Death and life are in the power of the tongue; those who love it will eat its fruit.

Which translation is this?

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