The first account in any dispute always sounds convincing — the teller frames everything to their advantage. But the other party, when they come and present their case, may reveal what was hidden, misrepresented, or incomplete. Wisdom waits for both sides. This proverb is a foundational principle of justice and fair-minded listening.
Memory phrase: Hear both sides first.
Talk about it: Why is it unfair to decide who is right after hearing only one side?
Prayer: God, help me wait to hear both sides before judging.