Proverbs 20:16-18
English Standard Version
16 (A)Take a man's garment when he has put up security for a stranger,
and (B)hold it in pledge when he puts up security for foreigners.[a]
17 (C)Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man,
but afterward his mouth will be full of (D)gravel.
18 (E)Plans are established by counsel;
by (F)wise guidance (G)wage war.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 20:16 Or for an adulteress (compare 27:13)
Proverbs 20:16-18
New International Version
16 Take the garment of one who puts up security for a stranger;
hold it in pledge(A) if it is done for an outsider.(B)
18 Plans are established by seeking advice;
so if you wage war, obtain guidance.(E)
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