Proverbs 26:17

New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition 2021

Like someone who takes a passing dog by the ears is one who meddles in the quarrel of another.

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Evil people seek only rebellion, but a cruel messenger will be sent against them.

A fool’s lips bring strife, and a fool’s mouth invites a flogging.

It is honorable to refrain from strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.

Like a maniac who shoots deadly firebrands and arrows,

Do not quarrel with anyone without cause, when no harm has been done to you.

But he said to him, “Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator over you?”