Matthew Henry · Verse 15
The welfare of our families, our own peace, and our ability to pay just debts, must not be brought into danger. But here especially let us consider the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ in becoming Surety even for enemies.
Proverbs 11:15
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
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WEBBE
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
BSB
He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.
KJV
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.
ASV
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it; But he that hateth suretyship is secure.
BBE
He who makes himself responsible for a strange man will undergo much loss; but the hater of such undertakings will be safe.
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