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It is a snare to a man to make a rash dedication, then later to consider his vows.
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American Standard Version
It is a snare to a man rashly to say, It is holy, And after vows to make inquiry.
Christian Standard Bible
It is a trap for anyone to dedicate something rashly and later to reconsider his vows.
English Standard Version
It is a snare to say rashly, “It is holy,” and to reflect only after making vows.
King James Version
It is a snare to the man who devoureth that which is holy, and after vows to make inquiry.
New American Standard Bible
It is a trap for a person to say carelessly, “It is holy!” And after the vows to make inquiry.
New International Version
It is a trap to dedicate something rashly and only later to consider one’s vows.
New King James Version
It is a snare for a man to devote rashly something as holy, And afterward to reconsider his vows.
New Living Translation
Don’t trap yourself by making a rash promise to God and only later counting the cost.