Proverbs 18:17

Proverbs 18:17 in 6 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 18:17 Lit in his pleato plead his case seems right,

Until 18:17 Lit his neighboranother comes and examines him.

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.

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

Then someone else comes forward and questions him.