Proverbs 18:16-18
New American Standard Bible
16 A person’s (A)gift makes room for him
And brings him before great people.
17 The first [a]to plead his case seems right,
Until [b]another comes and examines him.
18 The cast (B)lot puts an end to quarrels,
And [c]decides between the mighty ones.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 18:17 Lit in his plea
- Proverbs 18:17 Lit his neighbor
- Proverbs 18:18 Lit makes a division
Proverbs 18:16-18
New Living Translation
16 Giving a gift can open doors;
it gives access to important people!
17 The first to speak in court sounds right—
until the cross-examination begins.
18 Flipping a coin[a] can end arguments;
it settles disputes between powerful opponents.
Footnotes
- 18:18 Hebrew Casting lots.
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