Proverbs 20:16-18

New American Standard Bible 1995

¹⁶ Take his garment when he becomes surety for a stranger;
And for foreigners, hold him in pledge.
^17 (A)Bread obtained by falsehood is sweet to a man,
But afterward his mouth will be filled with gravel.
¹⁸ Prepare ^(B)plans by consultation,
And ^(C)make war by wise guidance.