Proverbs 17:18

"A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend."

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All Translations

BBE BBE

A man without sense gives his hand in an agreement, and makes himself responsible before his neighbour.

DBY DBY

A senseless man striketh hands, becoming surety for his neighbour.

KJV King James Version

A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.

WBT WBT

A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.

WEB WEB

A man void of understanding strikes hands, And becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.

YLT YLT

A man lacking heart is striking hands, A surety he becometh before his friend.