Proverbs 11:15
World English Bible
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it,
but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
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Proverbs 11:15 in other translations
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
Proverbs 11:15 in context
- 13One who brings gossip betrays a confidence,
but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret. - 14Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls,
but in the multitude of counselors there is victory. - 15He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it,
but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure. - 16A gracious woman obtains honor,
but violent men obtain riches. - 17The merciful man does good to his own soul,
but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.