¹³ A gossip goes about telling secrets,
    but one who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a confidence.^(A)

²² Do not those who plan evil err?
    Those who plan good find loyalty and faithfulness.

⁶ By loyalty and faithfulness iniquity is atoned for,
    and by the fear of the Lord one avoids evil.^(A)

¹⁷ A friend loves at all times,
    and kinsfolk are born to share adversity.^(A)

²² What is desirable in a person is loyalty,
    and it is better to be poor than a liar.

⁶ Many proclaim themselves loyal,
    but who can find one worthy of trust?^(A)

²⁸ Loyalty and faithfulness preserve the king,
    and his throne is upheld by righteousness.^[a](A)

¹³ Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest
    are faithful messengers to those who send them;
    they refresh the spirit of their masters.^(A)