Proverbs 11:15-17

Modern English Version

¹⁵ He who puts up a pledge for a stranger will suffer for it,
    and he who hates being a pledge is secure.

¹⁶ A gracious woman retains honor,
    but ruthless men retain riches.

¹⁷ The merciful man does good to his own soul,
    but he who is cruel troubles his own body.