Proverbs 26:17

American Standard Version (1901)

He that passeth by, and vexeth himself with strife belonging not to him, Is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.

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It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.

But he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you?

A fool’s lips enter into contention, And his mouth calleth for stripes.

An evil man seeketh only rebellion; Therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent against him.

Strive not with a man without cause, If he have done thee no harm.

As a madman who casteth firebrands, Arrows, and death,