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

²² What is desirable in a man is his fidelity;
better to be a poor man than a liar.^(A)

⁶ Many a man proclaims his own loyalty,
but who can find a trustworthy man?^(A)

²⁸ Loyalty and faithfulness deliver a king;
through loyalty he maintains his throne.

²¹ The one who pursues righteousness and faithful love
will find life, righteousness, and honor.^(A)