Proverbs 17:14 — compare English translations
Compare translationsProverbs 17:14 in 3 English versions, beneath the original-language interlinear. Each original word links to its lexicon entry, so you can weigh the renderings against the morphology yourself. Full word study →
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World English Bible Public Domain
The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, Therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.
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King James Version Public Domain
The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.
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unfoldingWord Literal Text CC BY-SA 4.0
The beginning of a quarrel the releasing of water, so leave the dispute before it breaks out.
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