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Proverbs 11:12-15 English Standard Version (ESV)

12. Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense,but a man of understanding remains silent.

13. Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets,but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered.

14. Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.

15. Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm,but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure.