Proverbs 11:14
Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.
In context
11 By the blessing of the upright a city is exalted, but by the mouth of the wicked it is overthrown. 12 Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.
13 Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered. 14 Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety. 15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure. 16 A gracious woman gets honor, and violent men get riches.
17 A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 11:14 in the KJV
Where no counsel is, the people fall: But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 11:14 in the NIV
For lack of guidance a nation falls, but victory is won through many advisers.