English Language Versions
KJV A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.
KJVP A man H120 void H2638 of understanding H3820 striketh H8628 hands, H3709 and becometh H6148 surety H6161 in the presence H6440 of his friend. H7453
YLT A man lacking heart is striking hands, A surety he becometh before his friend.
ASV A man void of understanding striketh hands, And becometh surety in the presence of his neighbor.
WEB A man void of understanding strikes hands, And becomes collateral in the presence of his neighbor.
RV A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his neighbour.
NET The one who lacks wisdom strikes hands in pledge, and puts up financial security for his neighbor.
ERVEN Only a fool would promise to pay for someone else's debts.