Proverbs 13:2

“A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence.”

"A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence." - Proverbs 13:2
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What does Proverbs 13:2 mean?

Proverbs 13:2 – "A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence." Proverbs 13:2 from the King James Version of the Bible is a powerful verse that speaks to the power of words and their impact on our lives. This verse is a…

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The Fruit of Our Words: A Harvest of Goodness or Violence

The book of Proverbs is filled with practical wisdom that touches on every aspect of life, from our interactions with others to the choices we make in the quiet corners of our hearts. Proverbs 13:2 (KJV) poignantly states, "A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the…

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A Prayer for the Fruits of Our Words

Gracious Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts yearning to glean wisdom from Your Word. In Proverbs 13:2, You remind us, “A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence.” Lord, these words resonate deeply with…

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Proverbs 13:2 - "A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth: but the soul of the transgressors shall eat violence."
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Proverbs 9:13 - "A foolish woman is clamorous: she is simple, and knoweth nothing."
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Proverbs 13:10 - "Only by pride cometh contention: but with the well advised is wisdom."
Proverbs 3:13 - "¶ Happy is the man that findeth wisdom, and the man that getteth understanding."
Proverbs 13:21 - "Evil pursueth sinners: but to the righteous good shall be repayed."
Proverbs 26:13 - "The slothful man saith, There is a lion in the way; a lion is in the streets."
Proverbs 13:15 - "Good understanding giveth favour: but the way of transgressors is hard."
Proverbs 13:17 - "A wicked messenger falleth into mischief: but a faithful ambassador is health."
Proverbs 30:13 - "There is a generation, O how lofty are their eyes! and their eyelids are lifted up."
Proverbs 13:6 - "Righteousness keepeth him that is upright in the way: but wickedness overthroweth the sinner."
Proverbs 13:8 - "The ransom of a man's life are his riches: but the poor heareth not rebuke."
Proverbs 13:14 - "The law of the wise is a fountain of life, to depart from the snares of death."
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Proverbs 11:13 - "A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter."
Proverbs 16:13 - "Righteous lips are the delight of kings; and they love him that speaketh right."
Proverbs 31:13 - "She seeketh wool, and flax, and worketh willingly with her hands."
Proverbs 27:13 - "Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman."
Proverbs 13:5 - "A righteous man hateth lying: but a wicked man is loathsome, and cometh to shame."
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Proverbs 19:13 - "A foolish son is the calamity of his father: and the contentions of a wife are a continual dropping."
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Proverbs 15:13 - "A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken."
Proverbs 29:13 - "The poor and the deceitful man meet together: the LORD lighteneth both their eyes."