Proverbs 17:14

God's Word

Starting a quarrel is ⌞like⌟ opening a floodgate, so stop before the argument gets out of control.

Cross References

2 Samuel 19:41

Then all the people of Israel kept coming to the king. They asked, “Why did our cousins, the people of Judah, kidnap you and bring Your Majesty and your family and men across the Jordan River?”

2 Chronicles 13:17

So Abijah and his men defeated them decisively, and 500,000 of the best men of Israel were killed.

2 Chronicles 28:6

In one day Pekah, son of Remaliah, killed 120,000 soldiers in Judah because they had abandoned the Lord God of their ancestors.

Proverbs 13:10

Arrogance produces only quarreling, but those who take advice gain wisdom.

Proverbs 14:29

A person of great understanding is patient, but a short temper is the height of stupidity.

Proverbs 15:1

A gentle answer turns away rage, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

Proverbs 16:32

Better to get angry slowly than to be a hero. Better to be even-tempered than to capture a city.

Proverbs 17:19

Whoever loves sin loves a quarrel. Whoever builds his city gate high invites destruction.

Proverbs 19:11

A person with good sense is patient, and it is to his credit that he overlooks an offense.

Proverbs 20:3

Avoiding a quarrel is honorable. After all, any stubborn fool can start a fight.

Proverbs 25:8

Do not be in a hurry to go to court. What will you do in the end if your neighbor disgraces you?

Proverbs 26:21

⌞As⌟ charcoal fuels burning coals and wood fuels fire, so a quarrelsome person fuels a dispute.

Proverbs 29:22

An angry person stirs up a fight, and a hothead does much wrong.

Romans 12:18

As much as it is possible, live in peace with everyone.

1 Thessalonians 4:11

Also, make it your goal to live quietly, do your work, and earn your own living, as we ordered you.