Proverbs 18:19

The Passion Translation

It is easier to conquer a strong city than to win back a friend whom you’ve offended. Their walls go up, making it nearly impossible to win them back.

Cross References

Genesis 37:11

So his brothers grew more jealous of him, but his father kept pondering Joseph’s dream.

Proverbs 16:32

Do you want to be a mighty warrior? It’s better to be known as one who is patient and slow to anger. Do you want to conquer a city? Rule over your temper before you attempt to rule a city.

Proverbs 18:18

A coin toss resolves a dispute and can put an argument to rest between formidable opponents.

Proverbs 18:20

Sharing words of wisdom is satisfying to your inner being. It encourages you to know that you’ve changed someone else’s life.

Proverbs 6:19

spouting lies in false testimony, and stirring up strife between friends. These are entirely despicable to God!

Acts 15:39

It became a heated argument between them, a disagreement so sharp that they parted from each other. Barnabas took Mark and sailed to Cyprus.