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16 
A man’s gift [given in love or courtesy] makes room for him
And brings him before great men.(A)
17 
The first one to plead his case seems right,
Until another comes and cross-examines him.
18 
[a]To cast lots puts an end to quarrels
And decides between powerful contenders.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 18:18 See note 16:33.

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