By the blessing of the upright the city is exalted: but it is overthrown by the mouth of the wicked.
He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart [for it]: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong [men] retain riches.
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but [he that is] cruel troubleth his own flesh.
The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness [shall be] a sure reward.
As righteousness [tendeth] to life: so he that pursueth evil [pursueth it] to his own death.
They that are of a froward heart [are] abomination to the LORD: but [such as are] upright in [their] way [are] his delight.
