Proverbs 17:18

Modern English Version

A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in pledge and guarantees the loan for his neighbor.

Cross References

Proverbs 11:15

He who guarantees loans for a stranger will suffer, but he who hates pledging collateral is secure.

Proverbs 20:16

Take the garment of him who has put up security for a stranger, and hold it as a pledge for a foreigner.

Proverbs 22:16

He who oppresses the poor to increase his wealth, and he who gives to the rich, will surely come to poverty.