14 Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: but he that hateth suretiship is sure.
16 A gracious woman retaineth honour: and violent men retain riches.
17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18 The wicked earneth deceitful wages: but he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.
19 He that is stedfast in righteousness shall attain unto life: and he that pursueth evil doeth it to his own death.
20 They that are perverse in heart are an abomination to the Lord: but such as are perfect in their way are his delight.