Ben Sira 6:16

16 A faithful friend is the medicine of life, and they that fear the Lord shall find him.

Ben Sira 6:16 In-Context

14 A faithful friend is a strong defense, and he that hath found such a one hath found a treasure.

15 Nothing doth equal a faithful friend, and his excellency is invaluable.

16 A faithful friend is the medicine of life, and they that fear the Lord shall find him.

17 Whoso feareth the Lord shall direct his friendship aright; for as he is, so shall his neighbor be also.

18 My son, gather instruction from thy youth up; so shalt thou find wisdom till thine old age.