Proverbs 18:17

Berean Standard Bible (BSB)

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

World English Bible (WEB)

He who pleads his cause first seems right; until another comes and questions him.

Strong's King James

He that is first{H7223} in his own cause{H7379} seemeth just{H6662}; but his neighbour{H7453} cometh{H935}{(H8804)}{(H8675)}{H935}{(H8799)} and searcheth{H2713}{(H8804)} him.

The F.O.G *

Innocent, the first in his plea, Hie neighbour comes and examines him.

The F.O.G Message *

Young's Literal Translation

Righteous is the first in his own cause, His neighbour cometh and hath searched him.
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