Proverbs 17 - WEB & NKJV

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

Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents. Proverbs 17:6	Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of children is their father. children family
Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool, much less do lying lips fit a prince. Proverbs 17:7	Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool, Much less lying lips to a prince. wisdom lying speaking

He who covers an offense promotes love; but he who repeats a matter separates best 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 cheerful heart makes good medicine, but a crushed 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 counted wise. When he shuts his lips, he is thought to be discerning. 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