Proverbs 18:17
first in his own cause just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
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Context
15 The heart of the prudent getteth knowledge; and the ear of the wise seeketh knowledge.
16 A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men.
17 first in his own cause just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
18 The lot causeth contentions to cease, and parteth between the mighty.
19 A brother offended than a strong city: and contentions like the bars of a castle.