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Proverbs 22:25-27
New American Bible (Revised Edition)

25 Lest you learn their ways,
    and become ensnared.
26 Do not be one of those who give their hand in pledge,
    those who become surety for debts;(A)
27 For if you are unable to pay,
    your bed will be taken from under you.[a]

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  1. 22:27 Providing surety for a debtor puts one in danger of having the very basics of one’s life suddenly seized.
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