20 From the fruit of his mouth a man’s stomach is satisfied;
he is filled with the product of his lips.(A)

21 Life and death are in the power of the tongue,
and those who love it will eat its fruit.(B)

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20 The stomach is satisfied
by the fruit of the mouth;
    one’s lips can earn a satisfying income.
21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue;
    those who love it will eat its fruit.

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