Definition and Nature:
Quarrels refer to disputes or conflicts that arise between individuals or groups, often characterized by anger, hostility, and a lack of harmony. In the biblical context, quarrels are generally viewed as undesirable and contrary to the spirit of peace and unity that God desires for His people.

Biblical References and Teachings:

1. Proverbs on Quarrels:
The Book of Proverbs offers wisdom on the nature and consequences of quarrels. Proverbs 17:14 states, "To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out." This verse highlights the destructive potential of quarrels, likening them to a flood that can cause widespread damage if not contained early.

2. Avoidance of Quarrels:
Scripture encourages believers to avoid quarrels and seek peace. Proverbs 20:3 advises, "It is honorable for a man to resolve a dispute, but any fool will quarrel." This underscores the virtue of resolving conflicts amicably rather than engaging in foolish disputes.

3. New Testament Guidance:
The New Testament reiterates the call to avoid quarrels. In 2 Timothy 2:23-24 , Paul instructs, "But reject foolish and ignorant speculation, for you know that it breeds quarreling. And a servant of the Lord must not be quarrelsome, but must be kind to everyone, able to teach, and forbearing." This passage emphasizes the importance of maintaining a gentle and patient demeanor, avoiding unnecessary arguments.

4. Quarrels and the Flesh:
Quarrels are often associated with the works of the flesh. Galatians 5:19-21 lists "discord" and "jealousy" among the acts of the sinful nature, warning that "those who practice such things will not inherit the kingdom of God." This association with the flesh highlights the spiritual danger of engaging in quarrels.

5. Peace as a Christian Virtue:
The Bible consistently promotes peace as a key Christian virtue. Romans 12:18 exhorts believers, "If it is possible on your part, live at peace with everyone." This call to peace underscores the importance of striving for harmony and reconciliation in all relationships.

6. Role of Love in Preventing Quarrels:
Love is presented as a powerful antidote to quarrels. 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 describes love as "patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs." By embodying these attributes, believers can prevent quarrels and promote unity.

Practical Implications for Believers:

· Pursuit of Peace: Believers are encouraged to actively pursue peace and reconciliation, reflecting the character of Christ in their interactions.
· Self-Examination: Christians are called to examine their own hearts and motives, ensuring that they are not contributing to quarrels through pride, envy, or anger.
· Community Harmony: Within the church, maintaining unity and avoiding divisive quarrels is essential for the health and witness of the Christian community.

Conclusion:
While the Bible acknowledges the reality of quarrels, it consistently calls believers to a higher standard of peace, love, and unity, reflecting the transformative power of the Gospel in their lives.2054. eris -- strife
... for dispute. Word Origin a prim. word Definition strife NASB Word Usage
quarrels (1), strife (8). contention, debate, strife. Of ...
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4171. polemos -- war
... strife. Word Origin a prim. word Definition war NASB Word Usage battle
(4), quarrels (1), war (10), wars (5). battle, fight, war. ...
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3163. mache -- a fight
... Word Origin from machomai Definition a fight NASB Word Usage conflicts
(2), disputes (1), quarrels (1). fighting, strive, striving. ...
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1566. gala -- to expose, lay bare
... Word Origin a prim. root Definition to expose, lay bare NASB Word Usage
breaks (1), quarrel (1), quarrels (1). intermeddle with. ...
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7378. rib -- to strive, contend
... a quarrel (1), judge (1), plead (9), plead my case (1), plead your case (1), pleaded
(2), pleads (1), quarrel (2), quarreled (3), quarrels (1), reprimanded (2 ...
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Boastings and Quarrels of the Philosophers.
... Chapter XXV."Boastings and Quarrels of the Philosophers. What great and
wonderful things have your philosophers effected? They ...
/.../tatian/tatians address to the greeks/chapter xxv boastings and quarrels of.htm

Whether Boasting is a Mortal Sin?
... For it is written (Prov.28:25): "He that boasteth, and puffeth himself, stirreth
up quarrels." Now it is a mortal sin to stir up quarrels, since God hates ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether boasting is a mortal.htm

Nestorians and Monophysites.
... XXII). On account of these quarrels, the Churches of Rome and Constantinople would
have no intercourse with each other for five-and-thirty years (AD 484-519). ...
/.../chapter xxviii nestorians and monophysites.htm

Whether Strife is a Daughter of Anger?
... Objection 2: Further, it is written (Prov.28:25): "He that boasteth and puffeth
up himself, stirreth up quarrels." Now strife is apparently the same as quarrel ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether strife is a daughter.htm

The Trinity.
... means easy. We are puzzled and perplexed by words; we fight respecting words.
Quarrels are nearly always verbal quarrels. Words lose ...
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Toleration
... We all know how the Christian Church has in all ages been torn in pieces by religious
quarrels; we all know too well how painfully these religious quarrels ...
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Caesar Makes Antipater Procurator of Judea; as Does Antipater ...
... of Antipater's further advancement; for whereas he ought to have lamented that his
father appeared to have been poisoned on account of his quarrels with Pompey ...
/.../chapter 10 caesar makes antipater.htm

Paul Writes to his Friends in Corinth
... There must be no quarrels among you, but you must be one both in your way of
thinking and in your purpose. For I have been told, brothers ...
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We must Guard against Anger, Before it Arises; if it Has Already ...
... we must check and calm it, and if we cannot do this either, at least we should keep
our tongue from abuse, so that our passions may be like boys' quarrels. ...
/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xxi we must guard.htm

Epistle xxxii. To Anastasius, Presbyter .
... But, since there have been wont to be quarrels between the father of this same
monastery and the pastor of the Church of Jerusalem, I believe that Almighty God ...
/.../epistle xxxii to anastasius presbyter.htm

Quarrels (10 Occurrences)
...Quarrels (10 Occurrences). ... 2 Timothy 2:23 But avoid foolish discussions with ignorant
men, knowing--as you do--that these lead to quarrels; (WEY NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Quarrelsome (9 Occurrences)

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Quarrellings (1 Occurrence)

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Quarrel (22 Occurrences)
... 15. (vt) To compel by a quarrel; as, to quarrel a man out of his estate or rights.
16. (n.) One who quarrels or wrangles; one who is quarrelsome. Int. ...
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Ir-ha-heres
... Jewish quarrels concerning the temple which Onias built in Egypt have most probably
been responsible for the altering of the texts of some of the early ...
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Irhaheres
... Jewish quarrels concerning the temple which Onias built in Egypt have most probably
been responsible for the altering of the texts of some of the early ...
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Factious (2 Occurrences)
... 2. (a.) Pertaining to faction; proceeding from faction; indicating, or characterized
by, faction; -- said of acts or expressions; as, factious quarrels. ...
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Discussions (11 Occurrences)
... WEY). 2 Timothy 2:23 But avoid foolish discussions with ignorant men,
knowing--as you do--that these lead to quarrels; (WEY). Titus ...
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Dripping (3 Occurrences)
... Dripping (3 Occurrences). Proverbs 19:13 A foolish son is the calamity of his father.
A wife's quarrels are a continual dripping. (WEB NAS RSV NIV). ...
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