Proverbs 10:21
“The lips of the righteous feed many, but the foolish die for lack of understanding.”
What does Proverbs 10:21 mean?
The righteous person's words nourish others, offering wisdom, encouragement, and truth that actually sustains people through their struggles. Meanwhile, someone who refuses to listen or learn, who dismisses good counsel and clings to foolishness, ultimately brings hardship on themselves, sometimes even losing their life because they couldn't grasp what they needed to understand. The contrast here isn't about intelligence but about a willingness to accept instruction and guidance. It's a gentle reminder that our words have real power to help or harm, and that staying open to wisdom matters far more than stubbornness ever could.