Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
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Bible References
Void
Proverbs 6:1
My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, have given your pledge for a stranger,
Proverbs 11:15
Whoever puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer harm, but he who hates striking hands in pledge is secure.
Proverbs 20:16
Take a man's garment when he has put up security for a stranger, and hold it in pledge when he puts up security for foreigners.
Proverbs 22:16
Whoever oppresses the poor to increase his own wealth, or gives to the rich, will only come to poverty.
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Proverbs 22:26
Be not one of those who give pledges, who put up security for debts.