12. Whoever derides their neighbour has no sense,but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
13. A gossip betrays a confidence,but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
14. For lack of guidance a nation falls,but victory is won through many advisors.
15. Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer,but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.
16. A kind-hearted woman gains honour,but ruthless men gain only wealth.
17. Those who are kind benefit themselves,but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.
18. A wicked person earns deceptive wages,but the one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.
19. Truly the righteous attain life,but whoever pursues evil finds death.
20. The Lord detests those whose hearts are perverse,but he delights in those whose ways are blameless.