World English Bible
Proverbs 18:17
“He who pleads his cause first seems right; until another comes and questions him.”
Verse in context — Proverbs 18
15
The heart of the discerning gets knowledge. The ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
16
A man's gift makes room for him, and brings him before great men.
17
He who pleads his cause first seems right; until another comes and questions him.
18
The lot settles disputes, and keeps strong ones apart.
19
A brother offended is more difficult than a fortified city; and disputes are like the bars of a castle.