Proverbs 18:17
“He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.”
The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
A man’s gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.
A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
Cross-References
“He that answereth a matter before he heareth it, it is folly and shame unto him.”
“Then said the king to Ziba, Behold, thine are all that pertained unto Mephibosheth. And Ziba said, I humbly beseech thee that I may find grace in thy sight, my lord, O king.”
“Behold, I waited for your words; I gave ear to your reasons, whilst ye searched out what to say.”
“And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled.”
“The rich man is wise in his own conceit; but the poor that hath understanding searcheth him out.”