Complete Bible Study Guide
What Does the Bible Say About Quarrelsome?
16 Scripture references with full text and commentary
Understanding Quarrelsome in the Bible
What does the Bible say about quarrelsome? Browse 19 carefully selected verses that illuminate this biblical theme.
Top 10 Verses About Quarrelsome
- 1Proverbs 15:18
“A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.”
KJV - 2Proverbs 17:14
“The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.”
KJV - 3
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- 5Proverbs 21:19
“It is better to dwell in the wilderness , than with a contentious and an angry woman. in: Heb. in the land of the desert”
KJV - 6Proverbs 22:10
“Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.”
KJV - 7Proverbs 25:24
“It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.”
KJV - 8Proverbs 26:17
“He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears. meddleth: or, is enraged”
KJV - 9Proverbs 26:21
“As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.”
KJV - 10
Old Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Quarrelsome? (11 Verses)
“A wrathful man stirreth up strife: but he that is slow to anger appeaseth strife.”
“The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled with.”
“A fool's lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.”
“It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: but every fool will be meddling.”
“It is better to dwell in the wilderness , than with a contentious and an angry woman. in: Heb. in the land of the desert”
“Cast out the scorner, and contention shall go out; yea, strife and reproach shall cease.”
“It is better to dwell in the corner of the housetop, than with a brawling woman and in a wide house.”
“He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears. meddleth: or, is enraged”
“As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife.”
“A continual dropping in a very rainy day and a contentious woman are alike.”
“An angry man stirreth up strife, and a furious man aboundeth in transgression.”
New Testament: What Does the Bible Say About Quarrelsome? (5 Verses)
“Let us walk honestly, as in the day; not in rioting and drunkenness, not in chambering and wantonness, not in strife and envying. honestly: or, decently”
“Do all things without murmurings and disputings:”
“To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”
“But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.”
“From whence come wars and fightings among you? come they not hence, even of your lusts that war in your members? fightings: or, brawlings lusts: or, pleasures”
How to Study What the Bible Says About Quarrelsome
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Begin by reading through every verse listed on this page, noting which ones speak most directly to your current season of life. Write them down and revisit them throughout the week.
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Use a concordance or the search tools on this site to find additional passages about quarrelsome. Look for patterns across both the Old and New Testaments to gain a complete picture of what God reveals on this subject.
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Study the context of each verse. Read the surrounding chapter to understand who was speaking, who the audience was, and what circumstances prompted the passage. Context prevents misapplication.
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Memorise at least one key verse about quarrelsome and meditate on it daily. Scripture memory transforms thinking and equips you to apply God's Word in real-time situations.
Practical Application
Studying what the Bible says about quarrelsome is only the beginning. Scripture is meant to be lived out in daily obedience and faith. Here are practical steps to apply these truths:
Identify one area of your life where the biblical teaching on quarrelsome needs to be applied more consistently. Write a specific, actionable step you can take this week.
Share what you have learned about quarrelsome with a fellow believer or in a small group setting. Teaching others solidifies your own understanding and encourages mutual growth.
Pray through the key verses about quarrelsome, asking God to reveal how His Word applies to your relationships, decisions, and daily habits.
How Well Do You Know What the Bible Says About Quarrelsome?
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