15 He shall be sore vexed, that is surety for a [a]stranger, and he that hateth suretiship, is sure.

16 A [b]gracious woman attaineth honor, and the strong men attain riches.

17 He that is merciful, [c]rewardeth his own soul: but he that troubleth his own [d]flesh, is cruel.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 11:15 He that doeth not without judgment and consideration of the circumstances, puts himself in danger, as Prov. 6:1.
  2. Proverbs 11:16 Or, modest.
  3. Proverbs 11:17 Is both good to himself and to others.
  4. Proverbs 11:17 Or, neighbor.

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