Proverbs 18:19

Proverbs 18:19 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

19A brother wronged is more unyielding than a fortified city;

disputes are like the barred gates of a citadel.

19A brother who is offended is harder to be won than a strong city,

And quarrels are like the bars of a citadel.

19A brother offended is harder to be won than a strong city,

And contentions are like the bars of a citadel.

19A brother offended is harder to win over than a fortified city,

And contentions [separating families] are like the bars of a castle.

19An offended brother is harder to win than a fortified city,

and disputes are like the bars of a castle.

19A broken friendship is harder to handle than a city with high walls around it.

And arguing is like the locked gates of a mighty city.