Proverbs 17:15-17

Amplified Bible, Classic Edition

¹⁵ He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both an abomination [exceedingly disgusting and hateful] to the Lord.^(A)

¹⁶ Of what use is money in the hand of a [self-confident] fool to buy skillful and godly Wisdom—when he has no understanding or heart for it?

¹⁷ A friend loves at all times, and is born, as is a brother, for adversity.