Proverbs 18:17

American King James Version (1999)

He that is first in his own cause seems just; but his neighbor comes and searches him.

Cross References

Genesis 39:19

And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spoke to him, saying, After this manner did your servant to me; that his wrath was kindled.

Proverbs 18:13

He that answers a matter before he hears it, it is folly and shame to him.

Proverbs 18:16

A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.

Proverbs 18:18

The lot causes contentions to cease, and parts between the mighty.