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17 A (A)friend loves at all times,
And a brother is born for adversity.
18 A man lacking a heart of wisdom (B)strikes his [a]hands in pledge
And becomes guarantor in the presence of his neighbor.
19 He who (C)loves transgression loves quarreling;
He who (D)makes his doorway high seeks destruction.

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  1. Proverbs 17:18 Lit palms