Contradictions and Paradoxes in Proverbs 11:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Proverbs 11:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Proverbs 11:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Solomon, it's not a good idea to promise to pay a stranger's debt because it can cause big trouble. But if you avoid doing that, you’ll stay safe.

Proverbs 11:15: He that is surety for a stranger shall smart [for it]: and he that hateth suretiship is sure. [smart: Heb. be sore broken] [suretiship: Heb. those that strike hands]

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:1-2

Suggests a similar warning about becoming bound by your words if you become surety for a friend, rather than contradicting.

Proverbs 6:1-2: My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, [if] thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Encourages giving to those who ask and not turning away anyone who wants to borrow, presenting a willingness to support others financially.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Luke 6:34-35

Advises lending without expecting anything back, promoting altruism that contrasts with the cautionary stance of Proverbs 11:15.

Luke 6:34-35: And if ye lend [to them] of whom ye hope to receive, what thank have ye? for sinners also lend to sinners, to receive as much again.

Contradiction with Psalm 112:5

States that a good man shows favor and lends, presenting a positive perspective on lending and suretyship.

Psalm 112:5: A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion. [discretion: Heb. judgment]
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