Proverbs 17:18 - Clarke's commentary and critical notes on the Bible

Bible Comments

A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend. Striketh hands - Striking each other's hands, or shaking hands, was anciently the form in concluding a contract. See notes on Proverbs 6:1.

Proverbs 17:18

18 A man void of understandingg striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend.