Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Strive not with a man without cause, if he have done thee no harm.
Bible References
General references
Proverbs 17:14
The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.
Proverbs 18:6
A fool's lips come into strife, and his mouth invites beatings.
Proverbs 25:8
Don't be hasty in bringing charges to court. What will you do in the end when your neighbor shames you?
Proverbs 29:22
An angry man stirs up strife, and a wrathful man abounds in sin.
Matthew 5:39
But I tell you, don't resist him who is evil; but whoever strikes you on your right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Romans 12:18
If it is possible, as much as it is up to you, be at peace with all men.
1 Corinthians 6:6
But brother goes to law with brother, and that before unbelievers!
2 Timothy 2:24
The Lord's servant must not quarrel, but be gentle towards all, able to teach, patient,