Proverbs 17:14
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King James Version (modern wording)
The beginning of strife is as when one lets out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
Proverbs 17:14 (KJV)
American Standard Version
The beginning of strife isas when one letteth out water: Therefore leave off contention, before there is quarrelling.
Proverbs 17:14 (ASV)
Berean Standard Bible
To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out.
Proverbs 17:14 (BSB)
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What does Proverbs 17:14 say?
Proverbs 17:14 in modern King James wording reads: "The beginning of strife is as when one lets out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with."
Where is Proverbs 17:14 found in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:14 is verse 14 of chapter 17 of the book of Proverbs, in the Old Testament. Proverbs has 31 chapters.
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