American Standard Version
"A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor. "
— Proverbs 17:18, American Standard Version
“A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.”
“A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.”
“The one who lacks sense strikes hands in pledge, and puts up financial security for his neighbor.”
“A foolish man will clap hands, when he is surety for his friend.”
“A man without sense gives his hand in an agreement, and makes himself responsible before his neighbour.”
“A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.”
He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the righteous, Both of them alike are an abomination to Jehovah.
Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, Seeing he hath no understanding?
A friend loveth at all times; And a brother is born for adversity.
A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.
He loveth transgression that loveth strife: He that raiseth high his gate seeketh destruction.
He that hath a wayward heart findeth no good; And he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief.
He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow; And the father of a fool hath no joy.