Proverbs 27:9
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man's friend by hearty counsel.
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English Standard Version
Oil and perfume make the heart glad, and the sweetness of a friend comes from his earnest counsel.
New International Version
Perfume and incense bring joy to the heart, and the pleasantness of one's friend springs from his earnest counsel.
Catholic Public Domain Version
Ointment and various perfumes delight the heart. And the good advice of a friend is sweet to the soul