Proverbs 11:15-17

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁵ He who becomes security for an outsider shall smart for it, but he who hates suretyship is secure [from its penalties].

¹⁶ A gracious and good woman wins honor [for her husband], and violent men win riches but ^[a]a woman who hates righteousness is a throne of dishonor for him.

¹⁷ The merciful, kind, and generous man benefits himself [for his deeds return to bless him], but he who is cruel and callous [to the wants of others] brings on himself retribution.