Proverbs 11:15
Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure.
In context
12 Whoever belittles his neighbor lacks sense, but a man of understanding remains silent.
13 Whoever goes about slandering reveals secrets, but he who is trustworthy in spirit keeps a thing covered. 14 Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety. 15 Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure. 16 A gracious woman gets honor, and violent men get riches.
17 A man who is kind benefits himself, but a cruel man hurts himself. 18 The wicked earns deceptive wages, but one who sows righteousness gets a sure reward.
Compare in other versions
- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 11:15 in the KJV
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: And he that hateth suretiship is sure.
- NIV New International Version
— Proverbs 11:15 in the NIV
Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.