Ben Sira 40:23

23 A friend and companion never meet amiss, but above both is a wife with her husband.

Ben Sira 40:23 In-Context

21 The pipe and the psaltery make sweet melody, but a pleasant tongue is above them both.

22 Thine eye desireth favor and beauty, but more than both corn while it is green.

23 A friend and companion never meet amiss, but above both is a wife with her husband.

24 Brethren and help are against time of trouble, but alms shall deliver more than them both.

25 Gold and silver make the foot stand sure, but counsel is esteemed above them both.