Proverbs 11:14-16
Evangelical Heritage Version
14 Without guidance people fall,
but in many advisors there is safety.
15 Guaranteeing a loan for a stranger leads to trouble,
but one who hates to shake hands[a] remains secure.
16 A gracious woman takes hold of honor,
but ruthless men take hold of riches.[b]
Footnotes
- Proverbs 11:15 Or make a deal
- Proverbs 11:16 The Greek text has a longer double proverb here: A gracious woman takes hold of honor, ⎣and she who hates virtue sets up a throne for dishonor. The lazy become destitute,⎦ but ruthless men take hold of riches.
Proverbs 11:14-16
New International Version
15 Whoever puts up security(C) for a stranger will surely suffer,
but whoever refuses to shake hands in pledge is safe.(D)
16 A kindhearted woman gains honor,(E)
but ruthless men gain only wealth.
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