Proverbs 18:15-17

New International Version

¹⁵ The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge,^(A)
    for the ears of the wise seek it out.

¹⁶ A gift^(B) opens the way
    and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.

¹⁷ In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right,
    until someone comes forward and cross-examines.