English Language Versions
KJV He that is first in his own cause seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.
KJVP He that is first H7223 in his own cause H7379 seemeth just; H6662 but his neighbor H7453 cometh H935 and searcheth H2713 him.
YLT Righteous is the first in his own cause, His neighbour cometh and hath searched him.
ASV He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.
WEB He who pleads his cause first seems right; Until another comes and questions him.
RV He that pleadeth his cause first {cf15i seemeth} just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him out.
NET The first to state his case seems right, until his opponent begins to cross-examine him.
ERVEN The first person to speak always seems right until someone comes and asks the right questions.