18 A man destitute of understanding, [a]toucheth the hand, and becometh surety for his neighbor.

19 He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his [b]gate, seeketh destruction.

20 The froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a naughty tongue, shall fall into evil.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 17:18 Read Prov. 6:1.
  2. Proverbs 17:19 Lifteth up himself above his degree.

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