Proverbs 18:16-18
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
16 Gifts clear the way for people,
winning access to the great.(A)
17 Those who plead the case first seem to be in the right;
then the opponent comes and cross-examines them.[a]
18 The lot puts an end to disputes,
and decides a controversy between the mighty.[b]
Footnotes
Proverbs 18:16-18
New International Version
16 A gift(A) 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.
18 Casting the lot settles disputes(B)
and keeps strong opponents apart.
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