American Standard Version
"He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure. "
— Proverbs 11:15, American Standard Version
“He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.”
“He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.”
“The one who has put up security for a stranger will surely have trouble, but whoever avoids shaking hands is secure.”
“He shall be afflicted with evil, that is surety for a stranger: but he that is aware of snares, shall be secure.”
“He who makes himself responsible for a strange man will undergo much loss; but the hater of such undertakings will be safe.”
“He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.”
He that despiseth his neighbor is void of wisdom; But a man of understanding holdeth his peace.
He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; But he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth a matter.
Where no wise guidance is, the people falleth; But in the multitude of counsellors there is safety.
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
A gracious woman obtaineth honor; And violent men obtain riches.
The merciful man doeth good to his own soul; But he that is cruel troubleth his own flesh.
The wicked earneth deceitful wages; But he that soweth righteousness hath a sure reward.