10 Proverbs About Friendship
The book of Proverbs is referred to as one of the Bible’s “wisdom books.” Among the topics it addresses is the importance of loyal friendship. Here’s a sampling:
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“Do not withhold good from those who need it, when you have the ability to help.”
(Proverbs 3:27, NET Bible)2.
“The one who despises his neighbor sins, but whoever is kind to the needy is blessed.”
(Proverbs 14:21, NET)3.
“Kind words are like honey—sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.”
(Proverbs 16:24, New Living Translation)4.
“A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.”
(Proverbs 17:17, NLT)5.
“A person who has friends may be harmed by them, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.”
(Proverbs 18:24, NET)6.
“Many will say they are loyal friends, but who can find one who is truly reliable?”
(Proverbs 20:6, NLT)7.
“Wounds from a sincere friend are better than many kisses from an enemy.”
(Proverbs 27:6, NLT)8.
“The heartfelt counsel of a friend is as sweet as perfume and incense.”
(Proverbs 27:9, NLT)9.
“Never abandon a friend—either yours or your father’s. When disaster strikes, you won’t have to ask your brother for assistance. It’s better to go to a neighbor than to a brother who lives far away.”
(Proverbs 27:10, NLT)10.
“As iron sharpens iron, so a person sharpens his friend.”
(Proverbs 27:17, NET)