Proverbs 17:17 cpdv — Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress.

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress. "

— Proverbs 17:17, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Proverbs 17 — Context

14

Whoever releases the water is the head of the conflict. And just before he suffers contempt, he abandons judgment.

15

Those who justify the impious, and those who condemn the just, both are abominable with God.

16

What does it profit the foolish to have riches, when he is not able to buy wisdom? Whoever makes his house high seeks ruin. And whoever shuns learning shall fall into evils.

17

Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress.

18

A foolish man will clap his hands, when he makes a pledge for his friend.

19

Whoever dwells on discord loves disputes. And whoever exalts his door seeks ruin.

20

Whoever is of a perverse heart shall not find good. And whoever turns his tongue shall fall into evil.

Proverbs 17:17 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 17:17 say?
Proverbs 17:17 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress. ”
Where is Proverbs 17:17 in the Bible?
Proverbs 17:17 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 17, verse 17.
Who wrote Proverbs?
Proverbs is traditionally attributed to Solomon (primarily), with sections by Agur and Lemuel. It was written c. 970–700 BC.
What is the book of Proverbs about?
Proverbs is practical wisdom for everyday life — short, vivid sayings on speech, work, money, friendship, sex, parenting, and the fear of the LORD. It teaches that wisdom is not mere cleverness but a way of walking with God in a complicated world.
What are the major themes of Proverbs?
Proverbs explores themes including Wisdom, Folly, Fear of the LORD, Discipline, Speech, Diligence. These themes shape the meaning and context of Proverbs 17:17.
What translation should I read Proverbs 17:17 in?
Proverbs 17:17 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Proverbs 17:17?
Proverbs 17:17 reads (CPDV): “Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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