Proverbs 12:26

The righteous should choose his friends carefully, For the way of the wicked leads them astray.

Surrounding context

12:25 Anxiety in the heart of man causes depression, But a good word makes it glad.

12:26 The righteous should choose his friends carefully, For the way of the wicked leads them astray.

12:27 The lazy man does not roast what he took in hunting, But diligence is man's precious possession.