13 He who (A)responds with a word before he hears,It is folly and shame to him.
13 Spouting off before listening to the facts is both shameful and foolish.
17 The first [a]to plead his case seems right,Until [b]another comes and examines him.
17 The first to speak in court sounds right— until the cross-examination begins.
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