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Proverbs 17:6 - Meaning and Application

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Translation: World English Bible — Catholic Edition

" Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents. "

Proverbs 17:6

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4 An evildoer heeds wicked lips. A liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.

5 Whoever mocks the poor reproaches his Maker. He who is glad at calamity shall not be unpunished.

6 Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents.

7 Excellent speech isn’t fitting for a fool, much less do lying lips fit a prince.

8 A bribe is a precious stone in the eyes of him who gives it; wherever he turns, he prospers.

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Children’s children are an honor to older people, if they live worthily, and they should do so. It is a joy to parents in old age to have children and grandchildren growing up who follow their good example. Such descendants help keep up the family’s good name and may even strengthen it.

It is also an honor for children to have wise and godly parents, and to still have them after they are grown and settled. A person should not think an aged parent is a burden or wish for their life to end. If the children are wise and good, then it is a great honor to bring comfort to their parents in the hard days of old age.

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"A servant who deals wisely will rule over a son who causes shame, and shall have a part in the inheritance among the brothers."

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"The refining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold, but the LORD tests the hearts."

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