Proverbs 10:21

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19 ^aIn the multitude of words sin is not lacking,
But ^bhe who restrains his lips is wise.

20 The tongue of the righteous is choice silver;
The heart of the wicked is worth little.

21 The lips of the righteous feed many,
But fools die for lack of¹ wisdom.

22 ^aThe blessing of the Lord makes one rich,
And He adds no sorrow with it.

23 ^aTo do evil is like sport to a fool,
But a man of understanding has wisdom.

24 ^aThe fear of the wicked will come upon him,
And ^bthe desire of the righteous will be granted.

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Proverbs 10:21

Feed - The Hebrew word, like ́ poimainein , includes the idea of guiding as well as nourishing; doing a shepherd' s work in both.

For want of wisdom - Some prefer, through him who wanteth understanding, referring to a person. The wise guides others to safety; the fool, empty-headed, and empty-hearted, involves others like himself in destruction.

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