Proverbs 18:17 - Tree of Life Version

¹⁷ The first to state his case seems just, until another comes and cross-examines him.

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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.

Proverbs 18:17 Tagairtí Cros

Genesis 39:19

Now when his master heard the words his wife spoke to him saying, “Such are the things your slave did to me,” his anger burned.

Proverbs 18:13

One who answers before listening— that is his folly and his shame.

Proverbs 18:16

A man’s gift makes room for him, and leads him before great men.

Proverbs 18:18

Casting lots ends quarrels and decides between mighty opponents.