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 counsellors there is safety.

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

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13 A gossip betrays a confidence,(A)
    but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.(B)

14 For lack of guidance a nation falls,(C)
    but victory is won through many advisers.(D)

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

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