Proverbs 17 - NKJV & NCB

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 parents. children family
Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less lying lips to a prince. Proverbs 17:7	Fine words are not becoming to a fool, and much less are false words to a noble. wisdom lying speaking

He who covers a transgression seeks love, But he who repeats a matter separates friends. Proverbs 17:9	One who forgives a misdeed fosters friendship, but he who divulges it separates good friends. forgiveness friendship
A friend loves at all times, And a brother is born for adversity. Proverbs 17:17	A true friend is one at all times, and a brother is born to render help in time of need. friendship family relationships
A merry heart does good, like medicine, But a broken spirit dries the bones. Proverbs 17:22	A cheerful heart is excellent 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; if he closes his lips, he is regarded as intelligent. speaking wisdom mind