He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbour cometh and searcheth him out.
And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled.
He that giveth answer before he heareth, It is folly and shame unto him.
A man's gift maketh room for him, And bringeth him before great men.
The lot causeth contentions to cease, And parteth between the mighty.