Add parallel Print Page Options

15 If one becomes a (A)guarantor for a stranger, he will surely suffer,
But he who hates [a]striking hands in pledge is secure.
16 A (B)gracious woman holds fast to glory,
But ruthless men hold fast to riches.
17 The man of (C)lovingkindness deals bountifully with his soul,
But the cruel man brings trouble on his flesh.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 11:15 Or being a guarantor

15 Whoever puts up security(A) for a stranger will surely suffer,
    but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.(B)

16 A kindhearted woman gains honor,(C)
    but ruthless men gain only wealth.

17 Those who are kind benefit themselves,
    but the cruel bring ruin on themselves.

Read full chapter