11 A fountain of life 'is' the mouth of the righteous, And the mouth of the wicked cover doth violence.

12 Hatred awaketh contentions, And over all transgressions love covereth.

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.