13 An evil man is trapped by sinfulness of lips,
but the righteous shall come out of trouble.

14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth.
The work of a man’s hands shall be rewarded to him.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:13-14

Commentary on Proverbs 12:13

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Many a man has paid dear in this world for the transgression of his lips.

Commentary on Proverbs 12:14

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When men use their tongues aright, to teach and comfort others, they enjoy acceptance through Christ Jesus; and the testimony of their conscience, that they in some measure answer the end of their being.