Proverbs 17:14 - The Message14 The start of a quarrel is like a leak in a dam, so stop it before it bursts. See the chapterMore versionsKing James Version (Oxford) 176914 The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with. See the chapterAmplified Bible - Classic Edition14 The beginning of strife is as when water first trickles [from a crack in a dam]; therefore stop contention before it becomes worse and quarreling breaks out. See the chapterAmerican Standard Version (1901)14 The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling. See the chapterCommon English Bible14 The start of a quarrel is like letting out water, so drop the dispute before it breaks out. See the chapterCatholic Public Domain Version14 Whoever releases the water is the head of the conflict. And just before he suffers contempt, he abandons judgment. See the chapter |