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Proverbs 18:17-19
Complete Jewish Bible
Proverbs 18:17-19
Complete Jewish Bible
17 The first to state his case seems right,
till the other one comes and cross-examines.
18 Casting lots puts an end to strife
and separates powerful disputants.
19 It is harder to win an offended brother than a strong city;
their fights are like the bars of a fortress.
Proverbs 18:17-19
New International Version
Proverbs 18:17-19
New International Version
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
until someone comes forward and cross-examines.
18 Casting the lot settles disputes(A)
and keeps strong opponents apart.
19 A brother wronged(B) is more unyielding than a fortified city;
disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.
Proverbs 18:17-19
Authorized (King James) Version
Proverbs 18:17-19
Authorized (King James) Version
17 He that is first in his own cause seemeth just;
but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
18 The lot causeth contentions to cease,
and parteth between the mighty.
19 A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city:
and their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
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