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Proverbs 17:18

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A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.

Context

15He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous, both of them alike are an abomination to Yahweh.
16Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom, since he has no understanding?
17A friend loves at all times; and a brother is born for adversity.
18A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.
19He who loves disobedience loves strife. One who builds a high gate seeks destruction.
20One who has a perverse heart doesn’t find prosperity, and one who has a deceitful tongue falls into trouble.
21He who becomes the father of a fool grieves. The father of a fool has no joy.

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