Proverbs 27:10 asv — Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother’s house in the day of thy calamity: B…

American Standard Version

"Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother’s house in the day of thy calamity: Better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off. "

— Proverbs 27:10, American Standard Version

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Proverbs 27 — Context

7

The full soul loatheth a honeycomb; But to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet.

8

As a bird that wandereth from her nest, So is a man that wandereth from his place.

9

Oil and perfume rejoice the heart; So doth the sweetness of a man’s friend that cometh of hearty counsel.

10

Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother’s house in the day of thy calamity: Better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off.

11

My son, be wise, and make my heart glad, That I may answer him that reproacheth me.

12

A prudent man seeth the evil, and hideth himself; Butthe simple pass on, and suffer for it.

13

Take his garment that is surety for a stranger; And hold him in pledge that is surety for a foreign woman.

Proverbs 27:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Proverbs 27:10 say?
Proverbs 27:10 in the American Standard Version reads: “Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother’s house in the day of thy calamity: Better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off. ”
Where is Proverbs 27:10 in the Bible?
Proverbs 27:10 is found in the Old Testament, in the book of Proverbs, chapter 27, verse 10.
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 27:10.
What translation should I read Proverbs 27:10 in?
Proverbs 27:10 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 27:10?
Proverbs 27:10 reads (ASV): “Thine own friend, and thy father’s friend, forsake not; And go not to thy brother’s house in the day of thy calamity: Better is a neighbor that is near than a brother far off. ” 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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