Sirach 6:16-18

Good News Translation

¹⁶ A loyal friend is like a medicine that keeps you in good health. Only those who fear the Lord can find such a friend. ¹⁷ A person who fears the Lord can make real friendships, because he will treat his friends as he does himself.^[a]

Learn from Wisdom

¹⁸ My child, learn to value Wisdom while you are young, and you will still be able to find her when you grow old.