Proverbs 26:17
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He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own.
In other translations
He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.Like one who grabs a dog by the ears is a passerby who meddles in a quarrel not his own.
Hebrew words
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Related verses
- 2 Timothy 2:23-2423 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,23 But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling. 24 And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing.
- Proverbs 20:3It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute, but any fool will quarrel.
- Proverbs 18:6A fool’s lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.A fool’s lips bring him strife, and his mouth invites a beating.
- Luke 12:14And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?But Jesus replied, “Man, who appointed Me judge or executor between you?”
- Proverbs 17:11An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.An evil man seeks only rebellion; a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
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