Proverbs 18:17 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

¹⁷ The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

¹⁷ He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; But his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

¹⁷ He who states his case first seems right, until his rival comes and cross-examines him.

American Standard Version (1901)

¹⁷ He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.

Common English Bible

¹⁷ The first person to testify seems innocent, until the other comes and cross-examines him.

Catholic Public Domain Version

¹⁷ The just is the first accuser of himself; his friend arrives and shall investigate him.

Proverbs 18:17 Cross References

Genesis 39:19

When his master heard the story his wife told him #– #‘These are the things your slave did to me’ #– #he was furious

Proverbs 18:13

The one who gives an answer before he listens – this is foolishness and disgrace for him.

Proverbs 18:16

A person’s gift opens doors  for him and brings him before the great.

Proverbs 18:18

Casting the lot  ends quarrels and separates powerful opponents.