Prov.6.1

My son, if thou be surety for thy friend, if thou hast stricken thy hand with a stranger,

Prov.6.1

Dear friend, if you've gone into hock with your neighbor or locked yourself into a deal with a stranger,

Prov.6.1

My son, if you have put up security for your neighbor, if you have struck hands in pledge for another,

Prov.6.1

My son, if you become surety for your friend, If you have shaken hands in pledge for a stranger,