10 When the righteous succeed, a city rejoices;when the wicked perish, there are shouts of joy.
11 A city is honored by the blessing of the virtuous;it is destroyed by the words of the wicked.
12 Whoever despises their neighbor lacks sense;a sensible person keeps quiet.
13 A slanderer walks around revealing secrets,but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
14 Without guidance, a people will fall,but there is victory with many counselors.
15 Guaranteeing the debt of a stranger brings big trouble,but the one who refuses to shake hands will be secure.
16 A gracious woman gains honor;violent men gain only wealth.