12. He who is void of wisdom despises his neighbor,but a man of understanding holds his peace.
13. A talebearer reveals secrets,but he who is of a faithful spirit conceals the matter.
14. Where there is no counsel, the people fall;but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.
15. He who puts up a pledge for a stranger will suffer for it,and he who hates being a pledge is secure.
16. A gracious woman retains honor,but ruthless men retain riches.
17. The merciful man does good to his own soul,but he who is cruel troubles his own body.
18. The wicked works a deceitful work,but to him who sows righteousness will be a sure reward.
19. As righteousness tends to life,so he who pursues evil pursues it to his own death.