Bible Verse of the Day

Wednesday, December 17, 2025

Proverbs 18:21 NIV

The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.

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Daily Verse Reflection

Commentary on Proverbs 18:21

(Read Proverbs 18:21)

Many a one has caused his own death, or the death of others, by a false or injurious tongue.



Proverbs 18:21 In-Context

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.

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



Interpretations of Today's Verse

The Bible has been interpreted in various ways to ensure its message reaches people from different languages, cultures, and perspectives. These interpretations offer unique insights into the meaning of the scripture.

King James Version

Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.

English Standard Version

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

The Message

Words kill, words give life; they're either poison or fruit - you choose.

New King James Version

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

New Living Translation

Those who love to talk will experience the consequences, for the tongue can kill or nourish life.

This Week's Daily Bible Verses

Tuesday, December 16

Luke 18:27

Jesus replied, "What is impossible with men is possible with God."

Read all of Luke 18 NIV

Monday, December 15

Amos 5:24

Let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!

Read all of Amos 5 NIV

Sunday, December 14

Proverbs 16:25

There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death.

Read all of Proverbs 16 NIV

Saturday, December 13

1 Timothy 6:11

But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness.

Read all of 1 Timothy 6 NIV

Friday, December 12

Psalm 119:9

How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word.

Read all of Psalm 119 NIV

Thursday, December 11

Micah 7:18

Who is a God like you, who pardons sin and forgives the transgression of the remnant of his inheritance? You do not stay angry forever but delight to show mercy.

Read all of Micah 7 NIV

Wednesday, December 10

Ephesians 6:4

Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord.

Read all of Ephesians 6 NIV

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