Proverbs 11:14-16

International Children’s Bible

¹⁴Without leadership a nation will be defeated.
But when many people give advice, it will be safe.

¹⁵Whoever guarantees to pay what somebody else owes will suffer.
It is safer to avoid such promises.

¹⁶A kind woman is respected.
But cruel men get wealth.

Proverbs 11:14-16

New International Version

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

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

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

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