Sirach (Ecclesiasticus) 6:13-16 Good News Bible Anglicised (GNBDC)

13. Stay away from your enemies and be on guard against your friends.

14. A loyal friend is like a safe shelter; find one, and you have found a treasure.

15. Nothing else is as valuable; there is no way of putting a price on it.

16. A loyal friend is like a medicine that keeps you in good health. Only those who fear the Lord can find such a friend.

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