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Proverbs 27:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
Proverbs 27:11-13
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
11 Be wise, my child, and make my heart glad,
so that I may answer whoever reproaches me.(A)
12 The clever see danger and hide,
but the simple go on and suffer for it.(B)
13 Take the garment of one who has given surety for a stranger;
seize the pledge given as surety for foreigners.[a](C)
Proverbs 27:11-13
New International Version
Proverbs 27:11-13
New International Version
11 Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart;(A)
then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.(B)
12 The prudent see danger and take refuge,
but the simple keep going and pay the penalty.(C)
13 Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger;
hold it in pledge if it is done for an outsider.(D)
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