Proverbs 26:17 · KJV

"He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears."

King James Version

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Passage Context

¹⁵The slothful hideth his hand in his bosom; it grieveth him to bring it again to his mouth.

¹⁶The sluggard is wiser in his own conceit than seven men that can render a reason.

¹⁷He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.

¹⁸As a mad man who casteth firebrands, arrows, and death,

¹⁹So is the man that deceiveth his neighbour, and saith, Am not I in sport?

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle conflicts that don't involve you?

What does it mean for you to stay out of others' disputes?

When have you found yourself meddling in someone else's strife?

Life Application

relationships

Consider how you can maintain peace by avoiding unnecessary conflicts with others.

faith

Reflect on how God calls you to focus on your own issues rather than getting involved in others' disagreements.

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