Proverbs 17:18

English Standard Version 2016

One who lacks sense gives a pledge and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor.

Cross References

Proverbs 11:15

Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure.

Proverbs 20:16

Take a man’s garment when he has put up security for a stranger, and hold it in pledge when he puts up security for foreigners.

Proverbs 22:16

Whoever oppresses the poor to increase his own wealth, or gives to the rich, will only come to poverty.