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 person seeks only rebellion, and so a cruel messenger will be sent against him.
Proverbs 18:6
The lips of a fool enter into strife, and his mouth invites a flogging.
Proverbs 20:3
It is an honor for a person to cease from strife, but every fool quarrels.
Luke 12:14
But Jesus said to him, "Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator between you two?"
2 Timothy 2:23
But reject foolish and ignorant controversies, because you know they breed infighting.