Sirach 6:10–18
10And there is a friend who is a companion at the table, but he won’t continue in the day of your affliction.↗
11In your prosperity he will be as yourself, and will be bold over your servants.↗
12If you are brought low, he will be against you, and will hide himself from your face.↗
13Separate yourself from your enemies, and beware of your friends.↗
14A faithful friend is a strong defense. He who has found him has found a treasure.↗
15There is nothing that can be taken in exchange for a faithful friend. His excellency is beyond price.↗
16A faithful friend is a life-saving medicine. Those who fear the Lord will find him.↗
17He who fears the Lord directs his friendship properly; for as he is, so is his neighbor also.↗
18My son, gather instruction from your youth up. Even when you have gray hair you will find wisdom.↗
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