Proverbs 18:16-18
Revised Standard Version Catholic Edition
16 A man’s gift makes room for him
and brings him before great men.
17 He who states his case first seems right,
until the other comes and examines him.
18 The lot puts an end to disputes
and decides between powerful contenders.
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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