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A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.
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Christian Standard Bible
One without sense enters an agreement and puts up security for his friend.
English Standard Version
One who lacks sense gives a pledge and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor.
King James Version
A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
New American Standard Bible
A person lacking in sense shakes hands And becomes guarantor in the presence of his neighbor.
New International Version
One who has no sense shakes hands in pledge and puts up security for a neighbor.
New King James Version
A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge, And becomes surety for his friend.
New Living Translation
It’s poor judgment to guarantee another person’s debt or put up security for a friend.
World English Bible
A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.