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class="vheadingv"><b>Verse</b><a href="/bsb/proverbs/17.htm" class="clickchap" style="color:#001320" title="Click any translation name for full chapter">  (Click for Chapter)</a></div><div id="par"><span class="versiontext"><a href="/niv/proverbs/17.htm">New International Version</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a time of adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/proverbs/17.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />A friend is always loyal, and a brother is born to help in time of need.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/proverbs/17.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/17.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/proverbs/17.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/proverbs/17.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/proverbs/17.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/proverbs/17.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/proverbs/17.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/proverbs/17.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/proverbs/17.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/proverbs/17.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/proverbs/17.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for a difficult time. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/proverbs/17.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />A friend loveth at all times; And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/proverbs/17.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />A friend is there to help, in any situation, and relatives are born to share our troubles. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/proverbs/17.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/proverbs/17.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />A friend always loves, and a brother is born to share trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/proverbs/17.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />Friends always show their love. What are relatives for if not to share trouble? <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/proverbs/17.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is there for times of trouble.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/proverbs/17.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/proverbs/17.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and a relative is born to help in adversity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/proverbs/17.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times; and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/proverbs/17.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/proverbs/17.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times; and a brother is born for adversity. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/proverbs/17.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />The friend is loving at all times, "" And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/proverbs/17.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> At all times is the friend loving, And a brother for adversity is born.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/proverbs/17.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />A friend loves in all time, and a brother shall be born for straits.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/proverbs/17.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />He that is a friend loveth at all times: and a brother is proved in distress. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/proverbs/17.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br />Whoever is a friend loves at all times. And a brother is proved by distress.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/proverbs/17.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />A friend is a friend at all times, and a brother is born for the time of adversity. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/proverbs/17.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/proverbs/17.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />A friend loves at all times; but a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/proverbs/17.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />A friend is loved at all times and a brother is born for trouble.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/proverbs/17.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />A friend loveth at all times, And a brother is born for adversity.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/proverbs/17.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />Have thou a friend for every time, and let brethren be useful in distress; for on this account are they born.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/proverbs/17-17.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kpUA5ZltBeQ?start=3420" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/proverbs/17.htm">Better a Dry Morsel in Quietness</a></span><br>…<span class="reftext">16</span>Why should the fool have money in his hand with no intention of buying wisdom? <span class="reftext">17</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/7453.htm" title="7453: hā·rê·a‘ (Art:: N-ms) -- Friend, companion, fellow. Or reya2; from ra'ah; an associate.">A friend</a> <a href="/hebrew/157.htm" title="157: ’ō·hêḇ (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- To love. Or raheb; a primitive root; to have affection for.">loves</a> <a href="/hebrew/3605.htm" title="3605: bə·ḵāl (Prep-b:: N-msc) -- The whole, all. Or kowl; from kalal; properly, the whole; hence, all, any or every.">at all</a> <a href="/hebrew/6256.htm" title="6256: ‘êṯ (N-cs) -- Time. From ad; time, especially now, when, etc.">times,</a> <a href="/hebrew/251.htm" title="251: wə·’āḥ (Conj-w:: N-ms) -- A brother. A primitive word; a brother (like 'ab).">and a brother</a> <a href="/hebrew/3205.htm" title="3205: yiw·wā·lêḏ (V-Nifal-Imperf-3ms) -- A primitive root; to bear young; causatively, to beget; medically, to act as midwife; specifically, to show lineage.">is born</a> <a href="/hebrew/6869.htm" title="6869: lə·ṣā·rāh (Prep-l:: N-fs) -- Tightness, a female rival. Feminine of tsar; tightness; transitively, a female rival.">for adversity.</a> </span><span class="reftext">18</span>A man lacking judgment strikes hands in pledge and puts up security for his neighbor.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/15-13.htm">John 15:13</a></span><br />Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/4-7.htm">1 John 4:7-8</a></span><br />Beloved, let us love one another, because love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. / Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/13-4.htm">1 Corinthians 13:4-7</a></span><br />Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. / It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no account of wrongs. / Love takes no pleasure in evil, but rejoices in the truth. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/12-10.htm">Romans 12:10</a></span><br />Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/3-16.htm">1 John 3:16</a></span><br />By this we know what love is: Jesus laid down His life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/galatians/6-2.htm">Galatians 6:2</a></span><br />Carry one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/4-2.htm">Ephesians 4:2</a></span><br />with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love,<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/colossians/3-13.htm">Colossians 3:13</a></span><br />Bear with one another and forgive any complaint you may have against someone else. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_peter/4-8.htm">1 Peter 4:8</a></span><br />Above all, love one another deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/hebrews/13-1.htm">Hebrews 13:1</a></span><br />Continue in brotherly love.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/4-9.htm">Ecclesiastes 4:9-10</a></span><br />Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor. / For if one falls down, his companion can lift him up; but pity the one who falls without another to help him up!<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ruth/1-16.htm">Ruth 1:16-17</a></span><br />But Ruth replied: “Do not urge me to leave you or to turn from following you. For wherever you go, I will go, and wherever you live, I will live; your people will be my people, and your God will be my God. / Where you die, I will die, and there I will be buried. May the LORD punish me, and ever so severely, if anything but death separates you and me.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_samuel/18-1.htm">1 Samuel 18:1-3</a></span><br />After David had finished speaking with Saul, the souls of Jonathan and David were knit together, and Jonathan loved him as himself. / And from that day Saul kept David with him and did not let him return to his father’s house. / Then Jonathan made a covenant with David because he loved him as himself.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/2_samuel/1-26.htm">2 Samuel 1:26</a></span><br />I grieve for you, Jonathan, my brother. You were delightful to me; your love to me was extraordinary, surpassing the love of women.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/6-14.htm">Job 6:14</a></span><br />A despairing man should have the kindness of his friend, even if he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/18-24.htm">Proverbs 18:24</a></b></br> A man <i>that hath</i> friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend <i>that</i> sticketh closer than a brother.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/proverbs/19-7.htm">Proverbs 19:7</a></b></br> All the brethren of the poor do hate him: how much more do his friends go far from him? he pursueth <i>them with</i> words, <i>yet</i> they <i>are</i> wanting <i>to him</i>.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/ruth/1-16.htm">Ruth 1:16</a></b></br> And Ruth said, Intreat me not to leave thee, <i>or</i> to return from following after thee: for whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people <i>shall be</i> my people, and thy God my God:</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/proverbs/13-21.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/psalms/136-10.htm">Born</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-9.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/proverbs/16-13.htm">Loves</a> <a href="/proverbs/8-30.htm">Times</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-11.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/proverbs/24-10.htm">Adversity</a> <a href="/ecclesiastes/2-7.htm">Born</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-18.htm">Friend</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-19.htm">Loves</a> <a href="/proverbs/22-20.htm">Times</a> <a href="/proverbs/17-20.htm">Trouble</a><div class="vheading2">Proverbs 17</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/proverbs/17-1.htm">Contrasts between the Righteous and the Wicked</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div><br /><br />  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div><br /><br />  <div align="center" id='div-gpt-ad-1531425649696-0'> </div><br /><br /> <ins class="adsbygoogle" style="display:inline-block;width:200px;height:200px" data-ad-client="ca-pub-3753401421161123" data-ad-slot="3592799687"></ins> <script> (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); </script> <br /><br /> </div> </td></tr></table></div></div></div><div id="combox"><div class="padcom"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheading"><table width="100%"><tr><td width="99%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/17.htm">Study Bible</a></td><td width="1%" valign="top"><a href="/study/proverbs/" title="Book Summary and Study">Book ◦</a> <a href="/study/chapters/proverbs/17.htm" title="Chapter summary and Study">Chapter </a></tr></table></div><b>A friend loves at all times</b><br>This phrase emphasizes the constancy and reliability of true friendship. In the ancient Near Eastern culture, loyalty and steadfastness were highly valued traits in relationships. The Hebrew word for "friend" here can also imply a close companion or confidant, suggesting a deep bond beyond mere acquaintance. This idea of unwavering love is echoed in other scriptures, such as <a href="/john/15-13.htm">John 15:13</a>, where Jesus speaks of the greatest love being one that lays down its life for friends. The constancy of a true friend reflects the enduring love of God, as seen in <a href="/lamentations/3-22.htm">Lamentations 3:22-23</a>, where His mercies are described as new every morning.<p><b>and a brother is born for adversity</b><br>This part of the verse highlights the role of family, particularly siblings, in times of trouble. In biblical times, family ties were crucial for survival and support, especially during hardships. The term "brother" here signifies not just a biological sibling but also someone who acts with the loyalty and support expected of family. This concept is seen in the story of Joseph and his brothers in Genesis, where despite initial betrayal, familial bonds ultimately lead to reconciliation and support during famine. The phrase can also be seen as a type of Christ, who is described as our brother in <a href="/hebrews/2-11.htm">Hebrews 2:11-12</a>, born to share in our sufferings and provide help in times of need.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <b><a href="/topical/s/solomon.htm">Solomon</a></b><br>Traditionally attributed as the author of Proverbs, Solomon was the son of King David and known for his wisdom. His proverbs offer practical insights into living a life that honors God.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/topical/f/friends_and_brothers.htm">Friends and Brothers</a></b><br>The verse contrasts two types of relationships—friends and brothers—highlighting the constancy and purpose of each in times of need.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/topical/a/adversity.htm">Adversity</a></b><br>This term refers to times of trouble or hardship, which are inevitable in life. The verse suggests that relationships are tested and proven during such times.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><b><a href="/topical/t/the_constancy_of_true_friendship.htm">The Constancy of True Friendship</a></b><br>True friendship is marked by unwavering love, regardless of circumstances. This constancy reflects God's love for us and serves as a model for our relationships.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/p/purpose_in_adversity.htm">Purpose in Adversity</a></b><br>Adversity reveals the depth and strength of relationships. Brothers, whether by blood or in Christ, are divinely placed in our lives to support and uplift us during difficult times.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/r/reflecting_christ's_love.htm">Reflecting Christ's Love</a></b><br>As Christians, we are called to love others as Christ loves us. This means being present and supportive, especially when others face trials.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/b/building_strong_relationships.htm">Building Strong Relationships</a></b><br>Invest in relationships that are rooted in love and faithfulness. Such relationships not only provide support but also glorify God.<br><br><b><a href="/topical/c/community_and_accountability.htm">Community and Accountability</a></b><br>Engage in a community of believers who can act as friends and brothers, offering mutual support and accountability in your spiritual journey.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_proverbs_17.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Proverbs 17</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/does_a_true_friend_love_you_always.htm">Does a true friend love you always?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_is_true_friendship_in_the_bible.htm">What does the Bible say about true friendship?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/how_often_should_we_forgive_others.htm">What does the Bible say about true friendship?</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/q/what_defines_a_vow_of_silence.htm">Does a true friend love you always?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/proverbs/17.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(17) <span class= "bld">A friend loveth at all times . . .</span>--Rather, <span class= "ital">The </span>(<span class= "ital">true</span>)<span class= "ital"> friend loveth at all times, and </span>(<span class= "ital">as</span>)<span class= "ital"> a brother is born for adversity.</span><p><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/proverbs/17.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div><span class="cmt_sub_title">Verse 17.</span> - <span class="cmt_word">A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.</span> Some find a climax in the two clauses, and translate the last as Revised Version margin, "And is born as a brother for adversity," the same person being meant in both members of the sentence. A real friend loves his friend in prosperity and adversity; yea, he is more than a friend in time of need - he is a brother, as affectionate and as trusty as one connected by the closest ties of relationship (comp. <a href="/proverbs/18-24.htm">Proverbs 18:24</a>). Siracides gives a very cruel version of this proverb, "A friend cannot be known in prosperity; and an enemy cannot be hidden in adversity. In the prosperity of a man enemies will be grieved; but in his adversity even a friend will depart" (Ecclus. 12:8, etc.). Cicero had a truer notion of the stability of friendship when he quoted Ennius's dictum, "Amicus certus in re incerta cernitur" ('De Amicit.,' 17.). Misfortune, says our maxim, is the touchstone of friendship; and one Greek gnome enjoins - <p><span class="greek">Ἰδίας νόμιζε τῶν φίλων τὰς συμφοράς</span> <p><span class="accented">"Thy friend's misfortunes deem to be thine own;"</span> <p>while another runs - . . . <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/proverbs/17-17.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">A friend</span><br /><span class="heb">הָרֵ֑עַ</span> <span class="translit">(hā·rê·a‘)</span><br /><span class="parse">Article | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7453.htm">Strong's 7453: </a> </span><span class="str2">Friend, companion, fellow</span><br /><br /><span class="word">loves</span><br /><span class="heb">אֹהֵ֣ב</span> <span class="translit">(’ō·hêḇ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_157.htm">Strong's 157: </a> </span><span class="str2">To have affection f</span><br /><br /><span class="word">at all</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּכָל־</span> <span class="translit">(bə·ḵāl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-b | Noun - masculine singular construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3605.htm">Strong's 3605: </a> </span><span class="str2">The whole, all, any, every</span><br /><br /><span class="word">times,</span><br /><span class="heb">עֵ֭ת</span> <span class="translit">(‘êṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - common singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6256.htm">Strong's 6256: </a> </span><span class="str2">Time, now, when</span><br /><br /><span class="word">and a brother</span><br /><span class="heb">וְאָ֥ח</span> <span class="translit">(wə·’āḥ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Conjunctive waw | Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_251.htm">Strong's 251: </a> </span><span class="str2">A brother, )</span><br /><br /><span class="word">is born</span><br /><span class="heb">יִוָּלֵֽד׃</span> <span class="translit">(yiw·wā·lêḏ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Nifal - Imperfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3205.htm">Strong's 3205: </a> </span><span class="str2">To bear young, to beget, medically, to act as midwife, to show lineage</span><br /><br /><span class="word">for adversity.</span><br /><span class="heb">לְ֝צָרָ֗ה</span> <span class="translit">(lə·ṣā·rāh)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Noun - feminine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_6869.htm">Strong's 6869: </a> </span><span class="str2">Tightness, a female rival</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/proverbs/17-17.htm">Proverbs 17:17 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/proverbs/17-17.htm">OT Poetry: Proverbs 17:17 A friend loves at all times (Prov. 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