Verse 17

Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is someone who meddles in a quarrel not their own.

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Referenced Verses

  • Prov 17:11 : 11 A rebellious person seeks only evil, so a cruel messenger will be sent against them.
  • Prov 18:6 : 6 A fool's lips lead to strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
  • Prov 20:3 : 3 It is honorable for a person to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.
  • Luke 12:14 : 14 But He said to him, "Man, who appointed Me as a judge or arbiter over you?"
  • 2 Tim 2:23-24 : 23 But avoid foolish and ignorant controversies, because you know they breed quarrels. 24 And the servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome but must be gentle to everyone, able to teach, and patient when wronged.