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Proverbs 17 - NRSV & NCB

Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents.Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents.
Fine speech is not becoming to a fool; still less is false speech to a ruler.Fine words are not becoming to a fool, and much less are false words to a noble.
One who forgives an affront fosters friendship, but one who dwells on disputes will alienate a friend.One who forgives a misdeed fosters friendship, but he who divulges it separates good friends.
A friend loves at all times, and kinsfolk are born to share adversity.A true friend is one at all times, and a brother is born to render help in time of need.
A cheerful heart is a good medicine, but a downcast spirit dries up the bones.A cheerful heart is excellent medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
Even fools who keep silent are considered wise; when they close their lips, they are deemed intelligent.Even a fool who keeps silent is considered wise; if he closes his lips, he is regarded as intelligent.

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