Proverbs 18:13
Amplified Bible
13
He who answers before he hears [the facts]—
It is folly and shame to him.(A)
Proverbs 18:13
New American Standard Bible
13 One who (A)gives an answer before he hears,
It is foolishness and shame to him.
Proverbs 18:13
New International Version
13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.(A)
Proverbs 18:17
Amplified Bible
17
The first one to plead his case seems right,
Until another comes and cross-examines him.
Proverbs 18:17
New American Standard Bible
Footnotes
- Proverbs 18:17 Lit in his plea
- Proverbs 18:17 Lit his neighbor
Proverbs 18:17
New International Version
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
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