Proverbs 18:17
The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.
He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
He who pleads his cause first seems right— until another comes and questions him.
He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.
Related passages
From the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, grouped by the word they explain.
- Proverbs 18:17
- Proverbs 18:13; 2 Samuel 16:1–3; 2 Samuel 19:24–27; Acts 24:5, 6, 12, 13