Sirach 37:4LXX
Orthodox Bible · LXX · Verse 4 of 34
"There is a companion who rejoiceth with his friend in his joys, but in the time of trouble, he will be against him."
In context
2But a companion and a friend shall be turned to an enemy.
3O wicked presumption, whence camest thou to cover the earth with thy malice, and deceitfulness?
4There is a companion who rejoiceth with his friend in his joys, but in the time of trouble, he will be against him.
5There is a companion who condoleth with his friend for his belly’s sake, and he will take up a shield against enemy.
6Forget not thy friend in thy mind, and be not unmindful of him in thy riches.