15 The [a](A)mind of the discerning acquires knowledge,
And the (B)ear of the wise seeks knowledge.
16 A person’s (C)gift makes room for him
And brings him before great people.
17 The first [b]to plead his case seems right,
Until [c]another comes and examines him.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 18:15 Lit heart
  2. Proverbs 18:17 Lit in his plea
  3. Proverbs 18:17 Lit his neighbor

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