Proverbs 26:17

English Standard Version 2016

Whoever meddles in a quarrel not his own is like one who takes a passing 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 quarreling.

But he said to him, “Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator over you?”

A fool’s lips walk into a fight, and his mouth invites a beating.

An evil man seeks only rebellion, and a cruel messenger will be sent against him.

Do not contend with a man for no reason, when he has done you no harm.

Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death