Proverbs 27:13 Wisdom for Life

13 Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger;
hold it in pledge if he does it for a wayward woman.

Meaning of Proverbs 27:13

Proverbs 27:13 emphasizes the importance of discernment and responsibility in financial dealings. By advising us to take security for an irresponsible neighbor, it highlights the necessity of wisdom and guarding oneself against potential risks, teaching a profound balance of charity and prudence.

Cross References for Proverbs 27:13

Proverbs 20:16 - Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger; hold it in pledge if he does it fo... Click to read the verse Proverbs 20:16 Click to read the verse Proverbs 20:16

Exodus 22:26 - If you take your neighbor’s cloak as a pledge, return it to him by sunset, Click to read the verse Exodus 22:26 Click to read the verse Exodus 22:26

Proverbs 22:26 - Do not be a man who strikes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; Click to read the verse Proverbs 22:26 Click to read the verse Proverbs 22:26

Proverbs 22:26-27 - Do not be a man who strikes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts; Click to read the verse Proverbs 22:26-27 Click to read the verse Proverbs 22:26-27

Proverbs 6:1 - Warnings Against Folly My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struc... Click to read the verse Proverbs 6:1 Click to read the verse Proverbs 6:1

Proverbs 6:1-4 - Warnings Against Folly My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struc... Click to read the verse Proverbs 6:1-4 Click to read the verse Proverbs 6:1-4