What does Proverbs 20:16 mean?

Proverbs 20:16 highlights themes such as faith and obedience when read in context.

How should I apply Proverbs 20:16 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.

14It is naught, it is naught, saith the buyer: but when he is gone his way, then he boasteth.

15There is gold, and a multitude of rubies: but the lips of knowledge are a precious jewel.

16Take his garment that is surety for a stranger: and take a pledge of him for a strange woman.

17Bread of deceit is sweet to a man; but afterwards his mouth shall be filled with gravel.

18Every purpose is established by counsel: and with good advice make war.

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