Proverbs 11:11-18

New International Version

¹¹ Through the blessing of the upright a city is exalted,^(A)
    but by the mouth of the wicked it is destroyed.^(B)

¹² Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense,^(C)
    but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.^(D)

¹³ A gossip betrays a confidence,^(E)
    but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.^(F)

¹⁴ For lack of guidance a nation falls,^(G)
    but victory is won through many advisers.^(H)

¹⁵ Whoever puts up security^(I) for a stranger will surely suffer,
    but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.^(J)

¹⁶ A kindhearted woman gains honor,^(K)
    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.^(L)