Proverbs 17:14

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The start of an argument is like a water leak— so stop it before real trouble breaks out.

Cross References

2 Samuel 19:41

The soldiers from Israel came to him and said, “Why did our relatives from Judah sneak you and your family and your soldiers across the Jordan?”

2 Chronicles 13:17

five hundred thousand enemy troops.

Proverbs 13:10

Too much pride causes trouble. Be sensible and take advice.

Proverbs 14:29

It's clever to be patient, but it's stupid to lose your temper.

Proverbs 15:1

A kind answer soothes angry feelings, but harsh words stir them up.

Proverbs 16:32

Controlling your temper is better than being a hero who captures a city.

Proverbs 17:19

The wicked and the proud love trouble and keep begging to be hurt.

Proverbs 19:11

It's wise to be patient and show what you are like by forgiving others.

Proverbs 20:3

It makes you look good when you avoid a fight— only fools love to quarrel.

Proverbs 25:8

before you sue someone, or you might lose your case and be embarrassed.

Proverbs 26:21

Troublemakers start trouble, just as sparks and fuel start a fire.

Proverbs 29:22

A person with a quick temper stirs up arguments and commits a lot of sins.

Romans 12:18

and do your best to live at peace with everyone.

1 Thessalonians 4:11

Try your best to live quietly, to mind your own business, and to work hard, just as we taught you to do.