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Proverbs 18:16-18
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16 A gift opens doors for the giver
    and wins him access to the powerful.
17 The one who pleads his case first will seem right
    until his opponent comes forth to interrogate him.[a]
18 Casting lots[b] can settle disputes
    and avoid contention between powerful rivals.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 18:17 This verse can apply to many situations, but it can also be interpreted as being directed toward judges to persuade them to hear both sides of a case (see Deut 1:16).
  2. Proverbs 18:18 Casting lots: see note on Prov 16:33.
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