Translations
Modern
Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul.
Traditional
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man’s friend by hearty counsel.
Literal
Oil and incense gladden the heart, and the sweetness of one’s friend is from the counsel of the soul.
Latin
Unguento et variis odoribus delectatur cor, et bonis amici consiliis anima dulcoratur.
Interlinear
Hebrew
English
Oil and incense bring joy to the heart, and the counsel of a friend is sweetness to the soul.
Notes
Heartfelt advice from a close friend is very encouraging (see also Proverbs 27:6).
Theme notes and profiles
Parallels
Glossary
Counsel, Counselor Hezekiah Incense Perfume Proverbs, Book of
Topics
Anointing of the Body Anointing was Used for The Jews Were Very Fond of Counsel: General Scriptures Concerning Counseling Friendship: General Scriptures Concerning Perfume: General Scriptures Concerning Water: Reflecting Images