Common English Bible

Proverbs 20:14-18 Common English Bible (CEB)

14. The buyer says, "Bad, bad,"but then goes away and brags.

15. Much gold and many pearls exist,but wise speech is the most precious jewel.

16. Take the garment of the person who secures a loan for a stranger;take his pledge for a foreigner.

17. Stolen bread is sweet,but afterward the mouth is full of gravel.

18. Plans are firmed up by advice;wage wars with good guidance.