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Proverbs 18:13-17
King James Version
Proverbs 18:13-17
King James Version
13 He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.
14 The spirit of a man will sustain his infirmity; but a wounded spirit who can bear?
15 The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
16 A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
17 He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
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Proverbs 18:13-17
New International Version
Proverbs 18:13-17
New International Version
13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.(A)
14 The human spirit can endure in sickness,
but a crushed spirit who can bear?(B)
15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,(C)
for the ears of the wise seek it out.
16 A gift(D) opens the way
and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
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