Proverbs 17:18

The Passion Translation

It’s stupid to run up bills you’ll never be able to pay or to cosign for the loan of your friend. Save yourself the trouble and don’t do either one.

Cross References

Proverbs 11:15

The evil man will do harm when confronted by a righteous man, because he hates those who await good news.

Proverbs 20:16

Anyone stupid enough to guarantee a loan for a stranger deserves to have his property held as security.

Proverbs 22:16

There are two kinds of people headed toward poverty: those who exploit the poor and those who bribe the rich.