Old Testament · SCRIPTURE
Proverbs 11:15
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Berean Standard Bible
He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.
King James Version
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart [for it:] and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
World English Bible
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
American Standard Version
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
Berean Literal Bible
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READ IN CONTEXT · BSB
Proverbs 11
13 A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
14 For lack of guidance, a nation falls, but with many counselors comes deliverance.
16 A gracious woman attains honor, but ruthless men gain only wealth.
17 A kind man benefits himself, but a cruel man brings trouble on himself.
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