¹⁷ A friend loves at all times,
    and a brother is born for a time of adversity.^(A)

⁶ Wounds from a friend can be trusted,
    but an enemy multiplies kisses.^(A)

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

¹⁷ As iron sharpens iron,
    so one person sharpens another.