Add parallel Print Page Options

A friend is not known[a] in prosperity,
    nor is an enemy hidden in adversity.
One’s enemies are friendly[b] when one prospers,
    but in adversity even one’s friend disappears.

Read full chapter

Footnotes

  1. Sirach 12:8 Other ancient authorities read punished
  2. Sirach 12:9 Heb: Gk grieved

Bible Gateway Recommends

NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Bird of Paradise--Softcover
NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Bird of Paradise--Softcover
Retail: $24.99
Our Price: $16.99
Save: $8.00 (32%)
NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Magnolia--hardcover
NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Magnolia--hardcover
Retail: $29.99
Our Price: $19.99
Save: $10.00 (33%)
NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Magnolia--Softcover
NRSV Catholic Edition Bible, Magnolia--Softcover
Retail: $24.99
Our Price: $16.99
Save: $8.00 (32%)