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Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.

World English Bible (WEB)

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

King James Version (KJV)

A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.

American Standard Version (ASV)

A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

A man without sense gives his hand in an agreement, and makes himself responsible before his neighbour.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

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Reina-Valera 1909 (RVR 1909)

El hombre falto de entendimiento toca la mano, fiando á otro delante de su amigo.

Sagradas Escrituras 1569 (SE 1569)

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Nueva Biblia Viva (NBV)

El que es imprudente se compromete y se hace responsable por otro.

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