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Proverbs 11:15
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
Proverbs 11:15 · King James Version
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Proverbs 11:15 in other translations
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.
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 is void of wisdom despiseth his neighbour: but a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
13 A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter.
14 Where no counsel is, the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
15 He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
16 A gracious woman retaineth honour: and strong men retain riches.
17 The merciful man doeth good to his own soul: but he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
18 The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness shall be a sure reward.
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