Proverbs 11:14-16

Modern English Version

¹⁴Where there is no counsel, the people fall;
but in the multitude of counselors there is safety.

¹⁵He who puts up a pledge for a stranger will suffer for it,
and he who hates being a pledge is secure.

¹⁶A gracious woman retains honor,
but ruthless men retain riches.

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.

Modern English Version (MEV)

New International Version (NIV)