Guarantor
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In biblical terms, a guarantor is someone who takes responsibility for another's debt or obligation, ensuring that it will be fulfilled. This concept is deeply rooted in the principles of responsibility, trust, and sacrifice, which are prevalent throughout the Scriptures.

Old Testament Context

The role of a guarantor is illustrated in the Old Testament, particularly in the wisdom literature. In the Book of Proverbs, the concept of surety, which is closely related to being a guarantor, is addressed with caution. Proverbs 11:15 warns, "He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure." This verse highlights the potential risks involved in becoming a guarantor, especially for someone unknown or unreliable.

Another significant mention is found in Proverbs 22:26-27 : "Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts. If you lack the means to pay, your very bed will be taken from under you." Here, the wisdom literature advises against rashly entering into agreements that could lead to personal loss.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the concept of a guarantor takes on a profound spiritual dimension. Jesus Christ is portrayed as the ultimate guarantor of the New Covenant. The Epistle to the Hebrews provides a clear depiction of this role. Hebrews 7:22 states, "Because of this oath, Jesus has become the guarantee of a better covenant." In this context, Jesus is the guarantor who ensures the fulfillment of God's promises to humanity through His sacrificial death and resurrection.

The Apostle Paul also touches upon the idea of spiritual surety in his letter to Philemon. In Philemon 1:18-19 , Paul writes concerning Onesimus, "But if he has wronged you in any way or owes you anything, charge it to me. I, Paul, write this with my own hand: I will repay it." Here, Paul offers himself as a guarantor for Onesimus, reflecting the selfless love and responsibility that believers are called to emulate.

Theological Implications

Theologically, the role of a guarantor in the Bible underscores the themes of redemption and intercession. In the Old Testament, the cautionary advice regarding surety serves as a reminder of the importance of wisdom and discernment in financial and relational commitments. In the New Testament, the portrayal of Christ as the guarantor of the New Covenant emphasizes His unique role in securing salvation for believers, highlighting the depth of His love and the assurance of God's promises.

The concept of a guarantor also reflects the communal and interconnected nature of the Christian faith, where believers are encouraged to bear one another's burdens (Galatians 6:2) and to act in love and responsibility towards each other. This principle is foundational to the Christian understanding of community and mutual support.

In summary, the biblical concept of a guarantor encompasses both practical and spiritual dimensions, illustrating the importance of responsibility, trust, and sacrificial love in the life of faith.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
1. (n.) One who makes or gives a guaranty; a warrantor; a surety.

2. (n.) One who engages to secure another in any right or possession.

Strong's Hebrew
6161. arubbah -- a thing exchanged, pledge, token
... 6160, 6161. arubbah. 6162 . a thing exchanged, pledge, token. Transliteration:
arubbah Phonetic Spelling: (ar-oob-baw') Short Definition: guarantor. ...
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8628. taqa -- to thrust, clap, give a blow, blast
... blown (7), blows (1), camped (1), clap (2), drive (1), driven (1), drove (2), fasten
(1), fastened (3), give pledges* (1), given (1), guarantor (1), guarantor ...
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6148. arab -- to take on pledge, give in pledge, exchange
... surety (1), become guarantors (1), become surety (1), becomes (1), becomes surety
(2), dare to risk (1), deal (1), dealers (1), guarantor (1), intermingled (1 ...
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3027. yad -- hand
... 1), encouraged* (3), enough (1), entrust* (1), entrusted (1), entrusted* (1), exhausted*
(2), fist (1), force (1), four-fifths* (1), guarantor* (1), had (1 ...
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Library

Idealistic Philosophy
... which make for morality. It is therefore not an external guarantor of morals,
such as Kant thought, which is here given. It is the ...
/.../chapter ii idealistic philosophy.htm

The Doctrines of Salvation A. Repentance. B. Faith. C. ...
... We are told that there are over 33,000 of them. Each promise is "yea and amen in
Jesus Christ"; He is the guarantee and the guarantor of them all. ...
/.../evans/the great doctrines of the bible/the doctrines of salvation a.htm

Thesaurus
Guarantor (4 Occurrences)
...Guarantor (4 Occurrences). Hebrews 7:22 so much the more also is the Covenant of
which Jesus has become the guarantor, a better covenant. (WEY). ...
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Guarantee (5 Occurrences)
... Same as Guaranty. 2. (n.) One who binds himself to see an undertaking of
another performed; a guarantor. 3. (n.) The person to whom ...
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Guarantors (1 Occurrence)

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Guaranteeing (3 Occurrences)

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Sure (142 Occurrences)
... besides its use in "of a surety" appears, in the Old Testament to translate `arabh,
"to be surety," and in Hebrews 7:22 for egguos, "guarantor," "giver of ...
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Surely (587 Occurrences)
... besides its use in "of a surety" appears, in the Old Testament to translate `arabh,
"to be surety," and in Hebrews 7:22 for egguos, "guarantor," "giver of ...
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Concordance
Guarantor (4 Occurrences)

Hebrews 7:22
so much the more also is the Covenant of which Jesus has become the guarantor, a better covenant.
(WEY)

Job 17:3
"Now give a pledge, be collateral for me with yourself. Who is there who will strike hands with me?
(See NAS)

Proverbs 11:15
He who makes himself responsible for a strange man will undergo much loss; but the hater of such undertakings will be safe.
(See NAS)

Proverbs 17:18
A man without sense gives his hand in an agreement, and makes himself responsible before his neighbour.
(See NAS)

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