Proverbs 11:14

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

Proverbs 11:14 in Other Translations

KJV
14 Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
ESV
14 Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.
NLT
14 Without wise leadership, a nation falls; there is safety in having many advisers.
MSG
14 Without good direction, people lose their way; the more wise counsel you follow, the better your chances.
CSB
14 Without guidance, people fall, but with many counselors there is deliverance.

Proverbs 11:14 In-Context

12 Whoever derides their neighbor has no sense, but the one who has understanding holds their tongue.
13 A gossip betrays a confidence, but a trustworthy person keeps a secret.
14 For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.
15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.
16 A kindhearted woman gains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.

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Cross References 2

  • 1. Proverbs 20:18
  • 2. S 2 Samuel 15:34; Proverbs 15:22; Proverbs 24:6
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