Sirach 6:15-17

Revised Standard Version

¹⁵ There is nothing so precious as a faithful friend,
    and no scales can measure his excellence.
¹⁶ A faithful friend is an elixir of life;
    and those who fear the Lord will find him.
¹⁷ Whoever fears the Lord directs his friendship aright,
    for as he is, so is his neighbor also.