Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
Bible References
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Matthew 5:39
But I say unto you, that ye resist not the evil man: but whosoever shall smite thee on the right-cheek, turn to him the other also;
Acts 6:1
Now in these days, the disciples multiplying, there arose a murmuring of the Hellenists against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
Acts 15:2
When therefore Paul and Barnabas had had no small contention and debate with them, they determined, that Paul and Barnabas and certain others of them, should go up to the apostles and elders at Jerusalem about this question.
Romans 12:18
If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
1 Thessalonians 4:11
And that ye study to be quiet and to do your own business, and to work with your hands, as we commanded you;
2 Timothy 2:23
But avoid foolish and unlearned questions, knowing that they beget strife:
James 3:14
But if ye have bitter zeal and strife in your hearts, do not glory and lie against the truth.