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Proverbs 27:9-11
Modern English Version

9 Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart,
    so does the sweetness of a man’s friend by hearty counsel.

10 Do not forsake your own friend or your father’s friend,
    nor go into your brother’s house in the day of your calamity;
    for better is a neighbor who is near than a brother far off.

11 My son, be wise, and make my heart glad,
    that I may answer him who reproaches me.

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Proverbs 27:9-11
New International Version

9 Perfume(A) and incense bring joy to the heart,
    and the pleasantness of a friend
    springs from their heartfelt advice.

10 Do not forsake your friend or a friend of your family,
    and do not go to your relative’s house when disaster(B) strikes you—
    better a neighbor nearby than a relative far away.

11 Be wise, my son, and bring joy to my heart;(C)
    then I can answer anyone who treats me with contempt.(D)

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