11 The mouth of the righteous is a spring of life,
but violence covers the mouth of the wicked.

12 Hatred stirs up strife,
but love covers all wrongs.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Proverbs 10:11-12

Commentary on Proverbs 10:11

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The good man's mouth is always open to teach, comfort, and correct others.

Commentary on Proverbs 10:12

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Where there is hatred, every thing stirs up strife. By bearing with each other, peace and harmony are preserved.