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Proverbs 11:15
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
Proverbs 11:15 · American Standard Version
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Proverbs 11:15 in other translations
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
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In context
12 He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
13 He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
14 Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
16 A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches.
17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18 The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.
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