Proverbs 26:17

Revised Standard Version (RSV-CI)

He who meddles in a quarrel not his own is like one who takes a passing dog by the ears.

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

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

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

Like a madman who throws firebrands, arrows, and death,

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

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