Proverbs 13:2

A man shall eat good by the fruit of his mouth,.... Or, "of the mouth"; either another's or his own, since the word his is not in the text; though it is supplied by the Targum, Aben Ezra, the Vulgate…

The fruit of his mouth - Speech rightly used is itself good, and must therefore bring good fruit. Eat violence - i. e., Bring upon itself repayment in kind for its deeds of evil.

Note, 1. If that which comes from within, out of the heart, be good, and from a good treasure, it will return with advantage. Inward comfort and satisfaction will be daily bread; nay, it will be a…

Comp. with the first clause of this verse Pro 12:14.

the soul i.e. the desire(Pro 6:30, and Pro 13:13 below), or appetite. His desire is to inflict violence on others; it shall be fed, or satisfied,…