Proverbs 11:12-22

12The one who denounces his neighbor lacks wisdom, but the one who has discernment keeps silent.

13The one who goes about slandering others reveals secrets, but the one who is trustworthy conceals a matter.

14When there is no guidance a nation falls, but there is success in the abundance of counselors.

15The one who puts up security for a stranger will surely have trouble, but whoever avoids shaking hands will be secure.

16A generous woman gains honor, and ruthless men seize wealth.

17A kind person benefits himself, but a cruel person brings himself trouble.

18The wicked person earns deceitful wages, but the one who sows righteousness reaps a genuine reward.

19True righteousness leads to life, but the one who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.

20The Lord abhors those who are perverse in heart, but those who are blameless in their ways are his delight.

21Be assured that the evil person will certainly be punished, but the descendants of the righteous will not suffer unjust judgment.

22Like a gold ring in a pig’s snout is a beautiful woman who rejects discretion.