Proverbios 18

Berean Standard Bible

17The first to state his case seems right until another comes and cross-examines him.

Reina-Valera 1909

17El primero en su propia causa parece justo; y su adversario viene, y le sondea.

King James Version

17He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

World English Bible

17He who pleads his cause first seems right— until another comes and questions him.