Proverbs 18:17 - The Scriptures 2009 The first to state his own case, seems right, Until another comes and examines him. More versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 1769 He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; But his neighbour cometh and searcheth him. Amplified Bible - Classic Edition He who states his case first seems right, until his rival comes and cross-examines him. American Standard Version (1901) He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out. Common English Bible The first person to testify seems innocent, until the other comes and cross-examines him. Catholic Public Domain Version The just is the first accuser of himself; his friend arrives and shall investigate him. Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version The just is first accuser of himself: his friend cometh, and shall search him. |