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Proverbs 17:18

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Bible Versions

¶ A man void of understanding striketh hands, [and] becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
A man {H120} void {H2638} of understanding {H3820} striketh {H8628} hands {H3709}, and becometh {H6148} surety {H6161} in the presence {H6440} of his friend {H7453}.
He who gives his hand to guarantee a loan for his neighbor lacks good sense.
A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.
A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.
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