Proverbs 11:12-17

¹²The man who has contempt for his friend has no sense, but a man of understanding keeps quiet.

¹³Whoever goes around slandering reveals secrets, but a faithful person keeps a matter covered.

¹⁴Where there is no wise direction, a nation falls, but victory comes by consulting many advisors.

¹⁵Whoever guarantees a loan for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but the one who hates giving a pledge in that kind of promise is safe.

¹⁶A gracious woman gets honor, but ruthless people grasp for wealth.

¹⁷A kind person benefits himself, but one who is cruel hurts himself.