On the top of high places by the way, Where the paths meet, she standeth;

Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.

Where no oxen are, the crib is clean; But much increase is by the strength of the ox.

Better is a dinner of herbs, where love is, Than a stalled ox and hatred therewith.

Where there is no counsel, purposes are disappointed; But in the multitude of counsellors they are established.

For lack of wood the fire goeth out; And where there is no whisperer, contention ceaseth.

Where there is no vision, the people cast off restraint; But he that keepeth the law, happy is he.

It is not for kings, O Lemuel, it is not for kings to drink wine; Nor for princes to say , Where is strong drink?