Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

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

Bible References

Passeth

Proverbs 17:11
An evil man seeks only rebellion;
a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
Proverbs 18:6
A fool’s lips lead to strife,
and his mouth provokes a beating.
Proverbs 20:3
It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute,
but any fool can get himself into a quarrel.
Luke 12:14
“Friend,” He said to him, “who appointed Me a judge or arbitrator over you?”
2 Timothy 2:23
But reject foolish and ignorant disputes, knowing that they breed quarrels.

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