13 A talebearer reveals secrets,but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.
14 Where there is no counsel, the people fall;but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.
15 He who puts up a pledge for a stranger will suffer for it,and he who hates being a pledge is secure.
16 A gracious woman retains honor,but ruthless men retain riches.
17 The merciful man does good to his own soul,but he who is cruel troubles his own body.
18 The wicked works a deceitful work,but to him who sows righteousness will be a sure reward.
19 As righteousness tends to life,so he who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.