Proverbs 17:18 - The Message18 It’s stupid to try to get something for nothing, or run up huge bills you can never pay. See the chapterMore versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 176918 A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his friend. See the chapterAmplified Bible - Classic Edition18 A man void of good sense gives a pledge and becomes security for another in the presence of his neighbor. See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)18 A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor. See the chapterCommon English Bible18 One with no sense shakes hands on a deal, securing a loan for a friend. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version18 A foolish man will clap his hands, when he makes a pledge for his friend. See the chapter |