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 become collateral for your neighbor, if you have struck your hands in pledge for a stranger;
Proverbs 11:15
He who is collateral for a stranger will suffer for it, but he who refuses pledges of collateral is secure.
Proverbs 20:16
Take the garment of one who puts up collateral for a stranger; and hold him in pledge for a wayward woman.
Proverbs 22:16
Whoever oppresses the poor for his own increase and whoever gives to the rich, both come to poverty.

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Proverbs 22:26
Don't you be one of those who strike hands, of those who are collateral for debts.