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Proverbs 17:18
A man destitute of vnderstanding, toucheth the hande, and becommeth suretie for his neighbour.
Proverbs 17:18 · Geneva Bible
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Proverbs 17:18 in other translations
A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.
A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.
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In context
15 He that iustifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the iust, euen they both are abomination to the Lord.
16 Wherefore is there a price in the hand of the foole to get wisdome, and he hath none heart?
17 A friende loueth at all times: and a brother is borne for aduersitie.
18 A man destitute of vnderstanding, toucheth the hande, and becommeth suretie for his neighbour.
19 He loueth transgression, that loueth strife: and he that exalteth his gate, seeketh destruction.
20 The froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a naughtie tongue, shall fall into euill.
21 He that begetteth a foole, getteth himselfe sorow, and the father of a foole can haue no ioy.
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