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He who is sated loathes honey,
    but to one who is hungry everything bitter is sweet.
Like a bird that strays from its nest,
    is a man who strays from his home.
Oil and perfume make the heart glad,
    but the soul is torn by trouble.[a]

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  1. Proverbs 27:9 Gk: Heb the sweetness of his friend from hearty counsel

One who is full loathes honey from the comb,
    but to the hungry even what is bitter tastes sweet.

Like a bird that flees its nest(A)
    is anyone who flees from home.

Perfume(B) and incense bring joy to the heart,
    and the pleasantness of a friend
    springs from their heartfelt advice.

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