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Proverbs 10:21

American Standard Version

The lips of the righteous feed many; But the foolish die for lack of understanding.

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Proverbs 10:21 in other translations

The lips of the righteous feed many,
but the foolish die for lack of understanding.

Proverbs 10:21 · World English Bible

Proverbs 10:21 in context

  1. 19In the multitude of words there wanteth not transgression; But he that refraineth his lips doeth wisely.
  2. 20The tongue of the righteous is as choice silver: The heart of the wicked is little worth.
  3. 21The lips of the righteous feed many; But the foolish die for lack of understanding.
  4. 22The blessing of Jehovah, it maketh rich; And he addeth no sorrow therewith.
  5. 23It is as sport to a fool to do wickedness; And so is wisdom to a man of understanding.