Proverbs 11:12-22

12He who is devoid of wisdom despises his neighbor, But a man of understanding holds his peace.

13A talebearer reveals secrets, But he who is of a faithful spirit conceals a matter.

14Where there is no counsel, the people fall; But in the multitude of counselors there is safety.

15He who is surety for a stranger will suffer, But one who hates being surety is secure.

16A gracious woman retains honor, But ruthless men retain riches.

17The merciful man does good for his own soul, But he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

18The wicked man does deceptive work, But he who sows righteousness will have a sure reward.

19As righteousness leads to life, So he who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.

20Those who are of a perverse heart are an abomination to the Lord, But the blameless in their ways are His delight.

21Though they join forces, the wicked will not go unpunished; But the posterity of the righteous will be delivered.

22As a ring of gold in a swine’s snout, So is a lovely woman who lacks discretion.