Proverbs 20:3
Proverbs 20:3 American Standard Version (ASV)
It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.
Proverbs 20:3 The Message (MSG)
It’s a mark of good character to avert quarrels, but fools love to pick fights.
Proverbs 20:3 King James Version (KJV)
It is an honour for a man to cease from strife: But every fool will be meddling.
Proverbs 20:3 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)
Keeping away from strife is an honor for a man, But any fool will quarrel.
Proverbs 20:3 New Century Version (NCV)
Foolish people are always fighting, but avoiding quarrels will bring you honor.
Proverbs 20:3 New International Version (NIV)
It is to one’s honor to avoid strife, but every fool is quick to quarrel.
Proverbs 20:3 New King James Version (NKJV)
It is honorable for a man to stop striving, Since any fool can start a quarrel.
Proverbs 20:3 Amplified Bible (AMP)
It is an honor for a man to keep away from strife [by handling situations with thoughtful foresight], But any fool will [start a] quarrel [without regard for the consequences].
Proverbs 20:3 New Living Translation (NLT)
Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor; only fools insist on quarreling.