Proverbs 17:15-17

World English Bible

¹⁵ He who justifies the wicked, and he who condemns the righteous,
    both of them alike are an abomination to Yahweh.
¹⁶ Why is there money in the hand of a fool to buy wisdom,
    since he has no understanding?
¹⁷ A friend loves at all times;
    and a brother is born for adversity.