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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/22.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/22.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />Do not be one who shakes hands in pledge or puts up security for debts;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/22.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />Don’t agree to guarantee another person’s debt or put up security for someone else.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/22.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />Be not one of those who give pledges, who put up security for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/22.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/22.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />Be not thou <i>one</i> of them that strike hands, <i>or</i> of them that are sureties for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/22.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />Do not be one of those who shakes hands in a pledge, One of those who is surety for debts;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/22.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not be among those who shake hands, Among those who become guarantors for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/22.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />Do not be among those who give pledges, Among those who become guarantors for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/22.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />Do not be among those who give pledges, Among those who become sureties for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/22.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />Do not be among those who strike hands <i>in pledge</i>, Among those who become guarantors for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/22.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />Do not be among those who give pledges [involving themselves in others’ finances], Or among those who become guarantors for <i>others’</i> debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/22.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Don’t be one of those who enter agreements, who put up security for loans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/22.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />Don&#8217t be one of those who enter agreements, who put up security for loans. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/22.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />Be thou not one of them that strike hands, Or of them that are sureties for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/22.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />Don't guarantee to pay someone else's debt. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/22.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />Be thou not one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts:<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/22.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />Do not be [found] among those who make deals with a handshake, among those who guarantee other people's loans.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/22.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Don't promise to be responsible for someone else's debts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/22.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />Don't be one of those who make promises to guarantee loans for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/22.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />Do not be one who gives pledges, who puts up security for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/22.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />Do not be one who strikes hands in pledge or who puts up security for debts. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/22.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />Do not be one of those who strike hands, of those who are collateral for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/22.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />Be not thou one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/22.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />Don’t you be one of those who strike hands, of those who are collateral for debts. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/22.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />Do not be among those striking hands, "" Among sureties [for] burdens.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/22.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> Be not thou among those striking hands, Among sureties for burdens.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/22.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />Thou shalt not be with those striking the hand with those pledging for debts.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/22.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />Be not with them that fasten down their hands, and that offer themselves sureties for debts: <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/22.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Do not be willing to be with those who certify with their hands, and who offer themselves as a guarantee against debts.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/22.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />Do not be one of those who give their hand in pledge, those who become surety for debts; <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/22.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />Do not be one of those who give pledges, who become surety for debts.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/22.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />Do not become a surety for a debt simply because you are ashamed to turn down those who ask you,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/22.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />Do not give yourself as security because you are shamed before people.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/22.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />Be thou not of them that strike hands, Or of them that are sureties for debts;<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/22.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Become not surety from respect of a man's person.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/22-26.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=4559" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/22.htm">Thirty Sayings of the Wise</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">25</span>or you may learn his ways and entangle yourself in a snare. <span class="reftext">26</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/408.htm" title="408: ’al- (Adv) -- Not (a subjective neg.). A negative particle; not; once as a noun, nothing.">Do not</a> <a href="/hebrew/1961.htm" title="1961: tə·hî (V-Qal-Imperf.Jus-2ms) -- To fall out, come to pass, become, be. A primitive root; to exist, i.e. Be or become, come to pass.">be</a> <a href="/hebrew/8628.htm" title="8628: ḇə·ṯō·qə·‘ê- (Prep-b:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mpc) -- A primitive root; to clatter, i.e. Slap, clang; by analogy, to drive; by implication, to become bondsman by handclasping).">one who gives pledges,</a> <a href="/hebrew/3709.htm" title="3709: ḵāp̄ (N-fs) -- Hollow or flat of the hand, palm, sole (of the foot), a pan. From kaphaph; the hollow hand or palm; figuratively, power."></a> <a href="/hebrew/6148.htm" title="6148: ba·‘ō·rə·ḇîm (Prep-b, Art:: V-Qal-Prtcpl-mp) -- A primitive root; to braid, i.e. Intermix; technically, to traffic; also or give to be security.">who puts up security</a> <a href="/hebrew/4859.htm" title="4859: maš·šā·’ō·wṯ (N-fp) -- A loan. Feminine of mashsha'; a loan.">for debts.</a> </span><span class="reftext">27</span>If you have nothing with which to pay, why should your bed be taken from under you?…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/6-1.htm">Proverbs 6:1-5</a></span><br />My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struck hands in pledge with a stranger, / if you have been trapped by the words of your lips, ensnared by the words of your mouth, / then do this, my son, to free yourself, for you have fallen into your neighbor’s hands: Go, humble yourself, and press your plea with your neighbor. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/11-15.htm">Proverbs 11:15</a></span><br />He who puts up security for a stranger will surely suffer, but the one who hates indebtedness is secure.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Proverbs 17:18</a></span><br />A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Proverbs 20:16</a></span><br />Take the garment of the one who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Proverbs 27:13</a></span><br />Take the garment of him who posts security for a stranger; get collateral if it is for a foreigner.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/exodus/22-25.htm">Exodus 22:25-27</a></span><br />If you lend money to one of My people among you who is poor, you must not act as a creditor to him; you are not to charge him interest. / If you take your neighbor’s cloak as collateral, return it to him by sunset, / because his cloak is the only covering he has for his body. What else will he sleep in? And if he cries out to Me, I will hear, for I am compassionate.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/deuteronomy/24-10.htm">Deuteronomy 24:10-13</a></span><br />When you lend anything to your neighbor, do not enter his house to collect security. / You are to stand outside while the man to whom you are lending brings the security out to you. / If he is a poor man, you must not go to sleep with the security in your possession; ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/22-6.htm">Job 22:6</a></span><br />For you needlessly demanded security from your brothers and deprived the naked of their clothing.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/37-21.htm">Psalm 37:21</a></span><br />The wicked borrow and do not repay, but the righteous are gracious and giving.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/112-5.htm">Psalm 112:5</a></span><br />It is well with the man who is generous and lends freely, whose affairs are guided by justice.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/5-25.htm">Matthew 5:25-26</a></span><br />Reconcile quickly with your adversary, while you are still on the way to court. Otherwise, he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison. / Truly I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/6-12.htm">Matthew 6:12</a></span><br />And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/18-23.htm">Matthew 18:23-35</a></span><br />Because of this, the kingdom of heaven is like a king who wanted to settle accounts with his servants. / As he began the settlements, a debtor owing ten thousand talents was brought to him. / Since the man was unable to pay, the master ordered that he be sold to pay his debt, along with his wife and children and everything he owned. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/6-34.htm">Luke 6:34-35</a></span><br />And if you lend to those from whom you expect repayment, what credit is that to you? Even sinners lend to sinners, expecting to be repaid in full. / But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them, expecting nothing in return. Then your reward will be great, and you will be sons of the Most High; for He is kind to the ungrateful and wicked.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/luke/12-58.htm">Luke 12:58-59</a></span><br />Make every effort to reconcile with your adversary while you are on your way to the magistrate. Otherwise, he may drag you off to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and the officer may throw you into prison. / I tell you, you will not get out until you have paid the very last penny.”</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">Be not you one of them that strike hands, or of them that are sureties for debts.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/6-1.htm">Proverbs 6:1-5</a></b></br> My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, <i>if</i> thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger, … </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/11-15.htm">Proverbs 11:15</a></b></br> He that is surety for a stranger shall smart <i>for it</i>: and he that hateth suretiship is sure.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Proverbs 17:18</a></b></br> A man void of understanding striketh hands, <i>and</i> becometh surety in the presence of his friend.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Agreement</a> <a href="/psalms/73-5.htm">Burdens</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Collateral</a> <a href="/2_kings/4-7.htm">Debts</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-25.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Pledge</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Pledges</a> <a href="/proverbs/21-29.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Responsible</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Security</a> <a href="/proverbs/19-25.htm">Strike</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Strikes</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Striking</a> <a href="/proverbs/20-16.htm">Surety</a> <a href="/proverbs/11-6.htm">Themselves</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/isaiah/24-5.htm">Agreement</a> <a href="/isaiah/9-4.htm">Burdens</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Collateral</a> <a href="/matthew/6-12.htm">Debts</a> <a href="/proverbs/24-33.htm">Hands</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Pledge</a> <a href="/isaiah/36-8.htm">Pledges</a> <a href="/proverbs/25-8.htm">Puts</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Responsible</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Security</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-13.htm">Strike</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-10.htm">Strikes</a> <a href="/isaiah/19-22.htm">Striking</a> <a href="/proverbs/27-13.htm">Surety</a> <a href="/proverbs/23-5.htm">Themselves</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 22</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/22-1.htm">A good name is more desirable than great wealth</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/22.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/22.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>Do not be one who gives pledges</b><br>In ancient Israel, giving a pledge often involved offering a personal item or even oneself as collateral for a loan. This practice is cautioned against in the wisdom literature, as it can lead to financial ruin and loss of personal freedom. The Bible frequently warns against becoming entangled in financial obligations that one cannot fulfill (<a href="/proverbs/6.htm">Proverbs 6:1-5</a>). The cultural context of the time emphasized community and familial responsibility, and failing to meet a pledge could bring shame not only to the individual but also to their family. This advice aligns with the broader biblical principle of living within one's means and avoiding unnecessary debt (<a href="/romans/13-8.htm">Romans 13:8</a>).<p><b>who puts up security for debts</b><br>Putting up security for debts refers to the act of guaranteeing someone else's loan, which could result in severe consequences if the borrower defaults. In the historical context, this could lead to the loss of property or even enslavement. The Bible consistently advises against such financial entanglements (<a href="/proverbs/11-15.htm">Proverbs 11:15</a>), as they can lead to personal and familial hardship. This principle is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are encouraged to be wise stewards of their resources (<a href="/luke/14-28.htm">Luke 14:28-30</a>). The underlying message is one of prudence and responsibility, urging individuals to avoid financial commitments that could jeopardize their well-being and that of their dependents.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally considered the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His teachings often focus on practical living and moral conduct.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/a/ancient_israel.htm">Ancient Israel</a></b><br>The cultural and historical context of Proverbs is ancient Israel, where financial transactions and social contracts were common, and the wisdom literature provided guidance for daily life.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/d/debtors_and_creditors.htm">Debtors and Creditors</a></b><br>The verse addresses the relationship between those who owe money (debtors) and those to whom money is owed (creditors), highlighting the potential pitfalls of financial entanglements.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/a/avoiding_financial_entanglements.htm">Avoiding Financial Entanglements</a></b><br>The verse advises against becoming financially entangled by guaranteeing another's debt, which can lead to personal financial ruin and strained relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/w/wisdom_in_financial_decisions.htm">Wisdom in Financial Decisions</a></b><br>Making wise financial decisions is a recurring theme in Proverbs. This includes understanding the risks involved in co-signing loans or pledging security for others.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/trusting_in_god's_provision.htm">Trusting in God's Provision</a></b><br>Instead of relying on risky financial agreements, believers are encouraged to trust in God's provision and seek His wisdom in managing resources.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_prudence.htm">The Importance of Prudence</a></b><br>Prudence involves careful consideration of potential consequences before making commitments, especially those that could impact one's financial stability.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_22.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 22</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/should_christians_cosign_loans.htm">Is it appropriate for Christians to cosign loans?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_does_failure_foster_growth.htm">What does the Bible say about handling debt?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_do_proverbs_6_1-5_and_matthew_5_42_align.htm">How do warnings against guaranteeing a neighbor's debt in Proverbs 6:1-5 align with Jesus's teachings on generosity (Matthew 5:42)?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_is_ezekiel_37_25-28_fulfilled_today.htm">How can Ezekiel 37:25-28's everlasting covenant and sanctuary be understood when there seems to be no clear historical or present-day fulfillment matching this depiction?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/22.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(26) <span class= "bld">Be not thou one of them that strike hands.</span>--Another warning against suretiship. (See above, on <a href="/proverbs/6-1.htm" title="My son, if you be surety for your friend, if you have stricken your hand with a stranger,">Proverbs 6:1</a>.)<p><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/22-26.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">Do not</span><br /><span class="heb">אַל־</span> <span class="translit">(’al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_408.htm">Strong's 408: </a> </span><span class="str2">Not</span><br /><br /><span class="word">be</span><br /><span class="heb">תְּהִ֥י</span> <span class="translit">(tə·hî)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Imperfect Jussive - second person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1961.htm">Strong's 1961: </a> </span><span class="str2">To fall out, come to pass, become, be</span><br /><br /><span class="word">one who gives pledges,</span><br /><span class="heb">בְתֹֽקְעֵי־</span> <span class="translit">(ḇə·ṯō·qə·‘ê-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8628.htm">Strong's 8628: </a> </span><span class="str2">To clatter, slap, clang, to drive, to become bondsman</span><br /><br /><span class="word">who puts up security</span><br /><span class="heb">בַּ֝עֹרְבִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(ba·‘ō·rə·ḇîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b, Article | Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6148.htm">Strong's 6148: </a> </span><span class="str2">To braid, intermix, technically, to traffic, give to be security</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for debts.</span><br /><span class="heb">מַשָּׁאֽוֹת׃</span> <span class="translit">(maš·šā·’ō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - feminine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_4859.htm">Strong's 4859: </a> </span><span class="str2">A loan</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/22-26.htm">Proverbs 22:26 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/22-26.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 22:26 Don't you be one of those who (Prov. 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