1
Every friend says, "I too am a friend";
but some friends are friends only in name.
2
Is it not a sorrow like that for death itself
when a dear friend turns into an enemy?
3
O inclination to evil, why were you formed
to cover the land with deceit?
4
Some companions rejoice in the happiness of a friend,
but in time of trouble they are against him.
5
Some companions help a friend for their stomachs' sake,
yet in battle they will carry his shield.
6
Do not forget a friend during the battle, 1
and do not be unmindful of him when you distribute your spoils. 2