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Proverbs 18:17
New International Version
Proverbs 18:17
New International Version
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
Proverbs 18:17
English Standard Version
Proverbs 18:17
English Standard Version
17 The one who states his case first seems right,
until the other comes and examines him.
Proverbs 18:17
King James Version
Proverbs 18:17
King James Version
17 He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
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