Proverbs 27:9-11

The Message

⁹ Just as lotions and fragrance give sensual delight,
    a sweet friendship refreshes the soul.

¹⁰ Don’t leave your friends or your parents’ friends
    and run home to your family when things get rough;
Better a nearby friend
    than a distant family.

¹¹ Become wise, dear child, and make me happy;
    then nothing the world throws my way will upset me.