Proverbs 18:19
A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.
In context
16 A gift opens the way and ushers the giver into the presence of the great.
17 In a lawsuit the first to speak seems right, until someone comes forward and cross-examines. 18 Casting the lot settles disputes and keeps strong opponents apart. 19 A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city; disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel. 20 From the fruit of their mouth a person’s stomach is filled; with the harvest of their lips they are satisfied.
21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit. 22 He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 18:19 in the KJV
A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city: And their contentions are like the bars of a castle.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 18:19 in the ESV
A brother offended is more unyielding than a strong city, and quarreling is like the bars of a castle.