What does the Bible say about strife and meddling?

Proverbs 26:17 teaches that intervening in disputes that do not concern us can be harmful, a warning underscored by the metaphor of taking a dog by the ears. This indicates that one risks injury when they involve themselves in conflicts not their own. However, the importance of this passage lies not only in traditional wisdom but also in the character of Christ, who intervened in the strife between God and humanity as our mediator. His zealous involvement in our conflict was motivated by love and a desire for reconciliation, making His passing through this world one of purposeful intervention in our strife.