Proverbs 18:17

Proverbs 18:17 in 10 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

17In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,

until someone comes forward and cross-examines.

17The first to plead his case seems right,

Until another comes and examines him.

17The first one to plead his case seems right,

Until another comes and cross-examines him.

17The first to state his case seems right

until another comes and cross-examines him.

17He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just;

But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.

17He that is first in his owne cause, is iust: then commeth his neighbour, and maketh inquirie of him.

17He who pleads his cause first seems right—

until another comes and questions him.

17In court, the first one to speak seems right.

Then someone else comes forward and questions him.

17You will always believe the first person to speak in court,

until the other person starts to ask him questions.

17The first in his own cause [seems] righteous, || [But] his neighbor comes and has searched him.