Proverbs 17 - NASB & NKJV

Grandchildren are the crown of the old, And the glory of sons… Proverbs 17:6

Grandchildren are the crown of the old, And the glory of sons is their fathers. Proverbs 17:6	Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of children is their father. children family
Excellent speech is not fitting for a fool, Much less are lying lips to a prince. Proverbs 17:7	Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less lying lips to a prince. wisdom lying speaking

One who conceals an offense seeks love, But one who repeats a matter separates close friends. Proverbs 17:9	He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends. forgiveness friendship
A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17	A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. friendship family relationships
A joyful heart is good medicine, But a broken spirit dries up the bones. Proverbs 17:22	A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones. healing heart sickness
Even a fool, when he keeps silent, is considered wise; When he closes his lips, he is considered prudent. Proverbs 17:28	Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. speaking wisdom mind