Proverbs 18:17 - New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021

¹⁷ The one who first states a case seems right, until the other comes and cross-examines.

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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.

Douay-Rheims version of The Bible - 1752 version

¹⁷ The just is first accuser of himself: his friend cometh, and shall search him.

Proverbs 18:17 Cross References

Genesis 39:19

When his master heard the words that his wife spoke to him, saying, “This is the way your servant treated me,” he became enraged.

Proverbs 18:13

If one gives answer before hearing, it is folly and shame.

Proverbs 18:16

A gift opens doors; it gives access to the great.

Proverbs 18:18

Casting the lot puts an end to disputes and decides between powerful contenders.