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Proverbs 18:17

World English Bible

He who pleads his cause first seems right;
until another comes and questions him.

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Proverbs 18:17 in other translations

He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.

Proverbs 18:17 · American Standard Version

Proverbs 18:17 in context

  1. 15The heart of the discerning gets knowledge.
    The ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
  2. 16A man’s gift makes room for him,
    and brings him before great men.
  3. 17He who pleads his cause first seems right;
    until another comes and questions him.
  4. 18The lot settles disputes,
    and keeps strong ones apart.
  5. 19A brother offended is more difficult than a fortified city.
    Disputes are like the bars of a fortress.