Proverbs

¹³He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter. ¹⁴Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety. ¹⁵He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure. ¹⁶A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches. ¹⁷The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh. ¹⁸The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward. ¹⁹He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life; And he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.