Proverbs 27:9
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Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
- King James Bible "Authorized Version", Cambridge Edition
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Other Translations of Proverbs 27:9
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
Oil and perfume make the heart glad, So a man's counsel is sweet to his friend.
- New American Standard Version (1995)
Oil and perfume rejoice the heart; So doth the sweetness of a man's friend `that cometh' of hearty counsel.
- American Standard Version (1901)
Oil and perfume make glad the heart, and the wise suggestion of a friend is sweet to the soul.
- Basic English Bible
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart; and the sweetness of one's friend is [the fruit] of hearty counsel.
- Darby Bible
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
- Webster's Bible
Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart; so does earnest counsel from a man's friend.
- World English Bible
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart, And the sweetness of one's friend -- from counsel of the soul.
- Youngs Literal Bible
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart; so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
- Jewish Publication Society Bible
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