Proverbs 12:14
14 From the fruit of their lips people are filled with good things, and the work of their hands brings them reward.
Other Translations of Proverbs 12:14
King James Version
14 A man shall be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth: and the recompence of a man's hands shall be rendered unto him.
English Standard Version
14 From the fruit of his mouth a man is satisfied with good, and the work of a man's hand comes back to him.
The Message
14 Well-spoken words bring satisfaction; well-done work has its own reward.
New King James Version
14 A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth, And the recompense of a man's hands will be rendered to him.
New Living Translation
14 Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards.
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Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 12:14
Commentary on Proverbs 12:14
(Read Proverbs 12:14)
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.