Proverbs 17 - NKJV & ESV

Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of… Proverbs 17:6

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

He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends. Proverbs 17:9	Whoever covers an offense seeks love, but he who repeats a matter separates close 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 merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones. Proverbs 17:22	A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. healing heart sickness
Even a fool is counted wise when he holds his peace; When he shuts his lips, he is considered perceptive. Proverbs 17:28	Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; when he closes his lips, he is deemed intelligent. speaking wisdom mind