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Proverbs 11:12 - Proverbs 11:22


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12 He that is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbor; but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.

13 A talebearer revealeth secrets; but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.

14 Where no counsel is, the people fall; but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.

15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; and he that hateth suretyship is sure.

16 A gracious woman retaineth honor; and strong men retain riches.

17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.

18 The wicked worketh a deceitful work; but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.

19 As righteousness tendeth to life; so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.

20 They that are of a froward heart are an abomination to the Lord; but such as are upright in their way are his delight.

21 Though hand join in hand, the wicked shall not be unpunished; but the seed of the righteous shall be delivered.

22 As a jewel of gold in a swine's snout, so is a fair woman which is without discretion.

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