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14 A nation will fall if it has no wise leaders.
    But it will do well if there are people who give good advice.
15 If you promise to pay a stranger's debt, you will be sorry.
    You will be safe if you do not agree to do that.
16 A kind woman receives honour,
    but cruel men only get riches for themselves.

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

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

16 A kindhearted woman gains honor,(E)
    but ruthless men gain only wealth.

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