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Proverbs 11:15
He that becometh surety for a stranger, goeth to utter ruin, but, he that hateth striking hands, is secure.
Proverbs 11:15 · Rotherham Emphasised Bible
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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 sheweth contempt for his neighbour, lacketh sense, but, a man of understanding, observeth silence.
13 He that goeth about talebearing, revealeth a secret, but, he that is faithful in spirit, concealeth a matter.
14 With no guidance, a people will fall, but, safety, lieth in the greatness of the counsellor.
15 He that becometh surety for a stranger, goeth to utter ruin, but, he that hateth striking hands, is secure.
16 A gracious wife, obtaineth honour, but, the diligent, shall obtain wealth.
17 The man of lovingkindness, dealeth well with his own soul, but the cruel man, troubleth his own flesh.
18 The lawless man, earneth the wages of falsehood, but, he that soweth righteousness, hath the reward of fidelity.
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