¹⁴ A nation falls through a lack of guidance,
    but victory comes through the counsel of many.^[a]

²² Plans fail without advice,
    but with many counselors they are confirmed.

¹⁸ Make plans by seeking advice;
    make war by obtaining guidance.

⁵ A wise man is strong,^[a]
    and a knowledgeable man grows in strength.
⁶ For through wise counsel you will wage your war,
    and victory lies in an abundance of advisors.

⁹ Ointments and perfume encourage the heart;
    in a similar way, a friend’s advice is sweet to the soul.^[a]