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Proverbs 20:16
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Proverbs 20:16
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Take his garment,
[a]
for he has put up security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for foreigners.
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"It's worthless, it's worthless!" the buyer says, but after he is on his way, he gloats.
15
There is gold and a multitude of jewels, but knowledgeable lips are a rare treasure.
16
Take his garment, for he has put up security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for foreigners.
17
Food gained by fraud is sweet to a man, but afterwards his mouth is full of gravel.
18
Finalize plans through counsel, and wage war with sound guidance.
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[a].
A debtor's outer garment held as collateral; Dt 24:12-13,17; Jb 22:6
[b].
Pr 6:1-5; 11:15; 27:13
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