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16 Take his garment that is surety for a stranger; and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.

17 The bread of deceit is sweet to a man, but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.

18 Every purpose is established by counsel, but only with good advice make war.

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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)

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

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

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