Proverbs 19:6-8

Good News Translation

⁶ Everyone tries to gain the favor of important people; everyone claims the friendship of those who give out favors.

⁷ Even the relatives of a poor person have no use for him; no wonder he has no friends. No matter how hard he tries, he cannot win any.^[a]

⁸ Do yourself a favor and learn all you can; then remember what you learn and you will prosper.