Proverbs 27:13 Meaning and Explanation
“Take his garment that is surety for a stranger, and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →Do not trust your security to someone who pledges for an unknown person.
The Context of Proverbs 27:13
A warning about demanding security from poor endorsers of others' debts.
What Does Proverbs 27:13 Mean?
If someone has put up their garment as collateral for a stranger's debt—or worse, for an unfamiliar woman with questionable motives—take it as surety yourself. Do not depend on their judgment or ability to cover the debt.
This is practical wisdom about financial entanglement with unreliable cosigners. Whoever pledges for strangers shows poor judgment and weak creditworthiness, making them an unsafe guarantor.
Frequently Asked Questions About Proverbs 27:13
What does Proverbs 27:13 mean?
Do not trust your security to someone who pledges for an unknown person.
What is the context of Proverbs 27:13?
A warning about demanding security from poor endorsers of others' debts.