Proverbs 17 - Meaning, Themes & Application

" Better is a dry morsel, and quietness therewith, than an house full of sacrifices with strife. "

" A wise servant shall have rule over a son that causeth shame, and shall have part of the inheritance among the brethren. "

" The fining pot is for silver, and the furnace for gold: but the LORD trieth the hearts. "

" A wicked doer giveth heed to false lips; and a liar giveth ear to a naughty tongue. "

" Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. "

" Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. "

Proverbs 17:6 means family is a gift and a source of honor. Grandchildren are a joy and reward to grandparents, and children are proud when …

" Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince. "

" A gift is as a precious stone in the eyes of him that hath it: whithersoever it turneth, it prospereth. "

" He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth very friends. "

Proverbs 17:9 means real love doesn’t keep replaying someone’s mistake. Instead of spreading what they did or bringing it up again to win arguments, you …

" A reproof entereth more into a wise man than an hundred stripes into a fool. "

" An evil man seeketh only rebellion: therefore a cruel messenger shall be sent "

" Let a bear robbed of her whelps meet a man, rather than a fool in his folly. "

" Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house. "

" The beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water: therefore leave off contention, before it be meddled "

" He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both are abomination to the LORD. "

" Wherefore is there a price in the hand of a fool to get wisdom, seeing he hath no heart "

" A friend loveth at all times, and a brother is born for adversity. "

Proverbs 17:17 emphasizes the value of true friendship and family support. It means that a real friend loves you consistently, while family is there to …

" A man void of understanding striketh hands, and becometh surety in the presence of his friend. "

Proverbs 17:18 warns against foolishly guaranteeing someone else’s debt or promise. It means a person lacking wisdom rushes into financial or legal commitments just to …

" He loveth transgression that loveth strife: and he that exalteth his gate seeketh destruction. "

" He that hath a froward heart findeth no good: and he that hath a perverse tongue falleth into mischief. "

Proverbs 17:20 means that a twisted heart and dishonest speech lead to trouble, not blessing. When you hold grudges, manipulate, or talk harshly—at home, at …

" He that begetteth a fool doeth it to his sorrow: and the father of a fool hath no joy. "

Proverbs 17:21 means that raising a child who rejects wisdom and right living brings deep heartache to parents. It warns us to take character and …

" A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. "

Proverbs 17:22 means a joyful, hopeful attitude brings health and strength, while constant discouragement wears you down inside and out. It reminds us to guard …

" A wicked man taketh a gift out of the bosom to pervert the ways of judgment. "

" Wisdom is before him that hath understanding; but the eyes of a fool are in the ends of the earth. "

Proverbs 17:24 means wise people focus on the truth and responsibilities right in front of them, while foolish people are always chasing distant, unrealistic ideas. …

" A foolish son is a grief to his father, and bitterness to her that bare "

" Also to punish the just is not good, nor to strike princes for equity. "

" He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. "

Proverbs 17:27 means wise people don’t talk just to talk. They think before speaking and stay calm instead of reacting emotionally. In real life, this …

" Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding. "

Proverbs 17:28 means that staying quiet can make even an unwise person seem smart. It reminds us to think before we speak, especially when we’re …