Proverbs 11:15

15 He who guarantees a loan for a stranger will suffer, but refusing to underwrite is safe.

Proverbs 11:15 In-Context

13 A gossip goes around revealing secrets, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence.
14 Without clever tactics an army is defeated, and victory comes from much planning.
15 He who guarantees a loan for a stranger will suffer, but refusing to underwrite is safe.
16 A gracious woman obtains honor; aggressive men obtain wealth.
17 A man who is kind does himself good, but the cruel does harm to himself.
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