13. One who brings gossip betrays a confidence,but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.
14. Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls,but in the multitude of counsellors there is victory.
15. He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it,but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
16. A gracious woman obtains honour,but violent men obtain riches.
17. The merciful man does good to his own soul,but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.