Verse (Click for Chapter) King James Bible A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend. New King James Version A man devoid of understanding shakes hands in a pledge, And becomes surety for his friend. American Standard Version A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor. Berean Study Bible A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor. Douay-Rheims Bible A foolish man will clap hands, when he is surety for his friend. English Revised Version A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his neighbour. World English Bible A man void of understanding strikes hands, and becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor. Young's Literal Translation A man lacking heart is striking hands, A surety he becometh before his friend. Proverbs 17:18 Additional Translations ... Links Proverbs 17:18 NIVProverbs 17:18 NLT Proverbs 17:18 ESV Proverbs 17:18 NASB Proverbs 17:18 NKJV Proverbs 17:18 KJV |