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

New King James Version
The first one to plead his cause seems right, Until his neighbor comes and examines him.

American Standard Version
He that pleadeth his cause first'seemeth just; But his neighbor cometh and searcheth him out.

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

Douay-Rheims Bible
The just is first accuser of himself: his friend cometh, and shall search him.

English Revised Version
He that pleadeth his cause first seemeth just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him out.

World English Bible
He who pleads his cause first seems right; until another comes and questions him.

Young's Literal Translation
Righteous is the first in his own cause, His neighbour cometh and hath searched him.

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