Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 11:15 Cross-References
Explore 4 cross-references for Proverbs 11:15 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 11 verse 15 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure. smart: Heb. be sore broken suretiship: Heb. those that strike hands”
Proverbs 11:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 11:15
He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it, and he that hates suretyship is sure. Becoming financial guarantor for strangers (zarim - foreigners, unknown persons) brings trouble. Hating such arrangements provides security. This practical wisdom warns against reckless financial commitments. While generosity is virtuous, wisdom requires discernment - helping those you don't know well through risky guarantees often ends badly.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 11:15
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“if you have become collateral for your neighbor”
“and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.”
“Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.”
“of those who are collateral for debts.”