11. By the blessing of the straight the city is exalted, But by the mouth of the wrong it is overthrown.
12. He who lacks heart despises his neighbour, But a man of understanding keeps silence.
13. A slanderer is a revealer of secrets, But one with a trustworthy spirit conceals a matter.
14. Without guidance the people fall, But in a great counsellor there is safety.
15. He who is guarantor for a stranger suffers harm, But one who hates shaking hands in pledge is safe.
16. A woman showing favour obtains esteem, But ruthless men obtain riches.