Proverbs 17:18
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King James Version (modern wording)
A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes guarantor in the presence of his friend.
Proverbs 17:18 (KJV)
American Standard Version
A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.
Proverbs 17:18 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.
Proverbs 17:18 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:18 say?
Proverbs 17:18 in modern King James wording reads: "A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes guarantor in the presence of his friend."
Where is Proverbs 17:18 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:18 is verse 18 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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