Proverbs 27:9

Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Proverbs 27:9

BSB
Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the sweetness of a friend is counsel to the soul.
AKJV
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so does the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
CPDV
Ointment and various perfumes delight the heart. And the good advice of a friend is sweet to the soul.
ERV
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend that cometh of hearty counsel.
NHEB
Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart; so does earnest counsel from a man's friend.
SMT
Oil and incense will rejoice the heart: and the sweetness from his friend from the counsel of the soul.

Commentary for Proverbs 27:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Proverbs 27:9
Summary
Friend's counsel brings emotional joy.
Event
Friend's counsel comforts heart
Estimated Time Period
c. 950 BC
Category
Wisdom