Proverbs 18:17

The Scriptures 1998

The first to state his own case, seems right, Until another comes and examines him.

Cross References

Genesis 39:19

And it came to be, when his master heard the words which his wife spoke to him, saying, “Your servant did to me according to these words,” that his displeasure burned.

Proverbs 18:13

He who 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 settles disputes, And separates between the mighty.