18 (A)A man devoid of [a]understanding [b]shakes hands in a pledge,And becomes [c]surety for his friend.
18 One who lacks sense gives a pledge and puts up security in the presence of his neighbor.
18 A person lacking in [a]sense (A)shakes handsAnd becomes guarantor in the presence of his neighbor.
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