Proverbs 11:14-16

New Century Version

¹⁴Without leadership a nation falls,
but lots of good advice will save it.

¹⁵Whoever guarantees to pay somebody else’s loan will suffer.
It is safer to avoid such promises.

¹⁶A kind woman gets respect,
but cruel men get only 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.

New Century Version (NCV)

New International Version (NIV)