Proverbs 17:18
Proverbs · Old Testament · Chapter 17
“A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.”Proverbs 17:18
What Does Proverbs 17:18 Mean?
Proverbs 17:18 is found in the book of Proverbs, chapter 17, verse 18 of the Old Testament. This verse connects to 8 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Cross-References (8)
These passages are connected to Proverbs 17:18 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Proverbs 6:1“My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,”Proverbs 11:15“He that is surety for a stranger shall smart for it: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.”Proverbs 22:26“Be not thou one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts.”Proverbs 20:16“Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.”Psalms 112:5“A good man sheweth favour, and lendeth: he will guide his affairs with discretion.”Genesis 43:11“And their father Israel said unto them, If it must be so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds:”Proverbs 22:16“He that oppresseth the poor to increase his riches, and he that giveth to the rich, shall surely come to want.”Job 17:3“Lay down now, put me in a surety with thee; who is he that will strike hands with me?”
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