Sirach 37:6

6 Don't forget friends in your heart, and don't neglect them when it comes to your money.

Sirach 37:6 In-Context

4 Some companions take delight in a friend's happiness, but they turn against them in a time of distress.

5 Some companions work alongside a friend for their stomach's sake, but in the heat of battle, they will shield themselves.

6 Don't forget friends in your heart, and don't neglect them when it comes to your money.

7 Every counselor spews out advice, but some give advice for their own benefit.

8 Guard yourself against counselors, and know beforehand where their interest lies, since they too, will give advice for their own benefit and might cast the lot against you.

Footnotes

• [a] Heb Don’t forget friends in battle, and don’t neglect them when you divide the spoil.