Verse Comparison: Proverbs 26:17
American Standard Version
He that passeth by, `and' vexeth himself with strife belonging not to him, Is `like' one that taketh a dog by the ears.
Amplified® Bible
He who, passing by, stops to meddle with strife that is none of his business is like one who takes a dog by the ears.
Darby English Version
He that passing by vexeth himself with strife belonging not to him, is [like] one that taketh a dog by the ears.
King James Version
He that passeth by, and meddleth with strife belonging not to him, is like one that taketh a dog by the ears.
Revised Standard Version
He who meddles in a quarrel not his own is like one who takes a passing dog by the ears.
Young's Literal Translation
Laying hold on the ears of a dog, `Is' a passer-by making himself wrath for strife not his own.
