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Proverbs 18:17

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17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines.

Proverbs 18:16 Proverbs 18 Proverbs 18:18

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KJV

He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

ESV

The one who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him.

NLT

The first to speak in court sounds right— until the cross-examination begins.

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