Proverbs 20:16-18

Complete Jewish Bible

¹⁶Seize his clothes, because he guaranteed a stranger’s loan;
take them as security for that unknown woman.

¹⁷Food obtained by fraud may taste good,
but later the mouth is full of gravel.

¹⁸After consultation, plans succeed;
so take wise advice when waging war.

Proverbs 20:16-18

New International Version

¹⁶Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger;
hold it in pledge^(A) if it is done for an outsider.^(B)

¹⁷Food gained by fraud tastes sweet,^(C)
but one ends up with a mouth full of gravel.^(D)

¹⁸Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.^(E)

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