Verse Comparison: Proverbs 18:17

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American Standard Version
He that pleadeth his cause first `seemeth' just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.

Amplified® Bible
He who states his case first seems right, until his rival comes and cross-examines him.

Darby English Version
He that is first in his own cause [seemeth] just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

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

Revised Standard Version
He who states his case first seems right, until the other comes and examines him.

Young's Literal Translation
Righteous `is' the first in his own cause, His neighbour cometh and hath searched him.

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