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Proverbs 11:15

He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.

Proverbs 11:15 · World English Bible

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Proverbs 11:15 in other translations

KJV King James Version

He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.

BSB Berean Standard Bible

He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.

NHEB New Heart 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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In context

12 One who despises his neighbor is void of wisdom, but a man of understanding holds his peace.

13 One who brings gossip betrays a confidence, but one who is of a trustworthy spirit is one who keeps a secret.

14 Where there is no wise guidance, the nation falls, but in the multitude of counselors there is victory.

15 He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.

16 A gracious woman obtains honor, but violent men obtain riches.

17 The merciful man does good to his own soul, but he who is cruel troubles his own flesh.

18 Wicked people earn deceitful wages, but one who sows righteousness reaps a sure reward.

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