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The beginning of strife [is as] when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
Proverbs 17:14 — KJV
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Proverbs 17:14
King James Version (KJV)
“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody
Commentary
Commentary on Proverbs 17:14
Theological / DevotionalLetteth out water. Once water begins to pour through a bank, the opening is continually enlarged until there is a dangerous flood.
Be meddled with. Better, "bursts out," or "rushes out." One should guard against stirring up anger as one would care for a dike that holds back the waters of the sea.
By SdaBc