He who takes away mercy from his friend, abandons the fear of the Lord
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King James Version
To him that is afflicted pity should be shewed from his friend; but he forsaketh the fear of the Almighty. English Standard Version
"He who withholds kindness from a friend forsakes the fear of the Almighty.New International Version
"A despairing man should have the devotion of his friends, even though he forsakes the fear of the Almighty.