Proverbs 17

NET

18 The one who lacks sense strikes hands in pledge, and puts up financial security for his neighbor.


Darby

18 A senselessD4328 man striketh hands, becoming surety for his neighbourD4329.


Darby Bible Notes

senseless - Strictly, 'void of heart,' as ch. 15.21. see ch. 6.32, &c. neighbour - Or 'friend,' as ver. 17 and ch. 6.1, &c.


KJV

18 A man void of understandingK4240striketh hands, [and] becometh surety in the presence of his friend.


KJV Bible Notes

understanding: Heb. heart.