Proverbs 26:17
He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.
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Referenced Verses
- Prov 17:11 : 11 An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.
- Prov 18:6 : 6 A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.
- Prov 20:3 : 3 It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.
- Luke 12:14 : 14 And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?
- 2 Tim 2:23-24 : 23 But foolish and unlearned questions avoid, knowing that they do gender strifes. 24 And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,
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