Proverbs 18:17
American Standard Version
He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.
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Proverbs 18:17 in other translations
He who pleads his cause first seems right;
until another comes and questions him.
Proverbs 18:17 in context
- 15The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; And the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
- 16A man’s gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.
- 17He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.
- 18The lot causeth contentions to cease, And parteth between the mighty.
- 19A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city; And such contentions are like the bars of a castle.