Proverbs 27:9-11

The Voice

⁹ The heart is delighted by the fragrance of oil and sweet perfumes,
    and in just the same way, the soul is sweetened by the wise counsel of a friend.
¹⁰ Do not neglect your friend or your parent’s friend for that matter.
    When hard times come, you don’t have to travel far to get help from family;
A neighbor who is near is better
    than a brother who is far away.

¹¹ Study to be wise, my son, and make my heart glad,
    for then your life will be my answer to anyone who hurls insults.