Berean Standard Bible (BSB)
To start a quarrel is to release a flood; so abandon the dispute before it breaks out.
World English Bible (WEB)
The beginning of strife is like breaching a dam, therefore stop contention before quarreling breaks out.
Strong's King James
The beginning{H7225} of strife{H4066} is as when one letteth out{H6362}{(H8802)} water{H4325}: therefore leave off{H5203}{(H8800)} contention{H7379}, before{H6440} it be meddled{H1566}{(H8694)} with.
The F.O.G *
Strife's beginning, releasing waters, Leave the dispute before it breaks out.
The F.O.G Message *
Young's Literal Translation
The beginning of contention is a letting out of waters, And before it is meddled with leave the strife.
