Proverbs 27:10 cpdv — Do not dismiss your friend or your father’s friend. And do not enter your brother’s house in the day of your affliction…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"Do not dismiss your friend or your father’s friend. And do not enter your brother’s house in the day of your affliction. A close neighbor is better than a distant brother. "

— Proverbs 27:10, Catholic Public Domain Version

Read in Another Translation

5 of 21 translations

Proverbs 27:10 in Other Translations

7 versions All translations

Proverbs 27 — Context

7

A sated soul will trample the honeycomb. And a hungry soul will accept even bitter in place of sweet.

8

Just like a bird migrating from her nest, so also is a man who abandons his place.

9

Ointment and various perfumes delight the heart. And the good advice of a friend is sweet to the soul.

10

Do not dismiss your friend or your father’s friend. And do not enter your brother’s house in the day of your affliction. A close neighbor is better than a distant brother.

11

My son, study wisdom, and rejoice my heart, so that you may be able to respond to the one who reproaches.

12

The discerning man, seeing evil, hides himself. The little ones, continuing on, sustain losses.

13

Take away the garment of him who has vouched for an outsider. And take a pledge from him on behalf of foreigners.

Proverbs 27:10 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Proverbs 27:10 say?
Proverbs 27:10 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “Do not dismiss your friend or your father’s friend. And do not enter your brother’s house in the day of your affliction. A close neighbor is better than a distant brother. ”
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 (CPDV): “Do not dismiss your friend or your father’s friend. And do not enter your brother’s house in the day of your affliction. A close neighbor is better than a distant brother. ” 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.
GodsGoodBook logo

GodsGoodBook

Making God's Word accessible to everyone

Experience the Bible like never before with multiple translations, powerful search tools, and features to make God's Word personal to you. Completely free, forever.

Features

15+ Bible Translations
Powerful Search Tools
Highlight & Annotate
Share Verses
100% Free Forever
© 2025 GodsGoodBookVersion 1.8.2