Proverbs 17:6
Grandchildren are the crown of the aged 1 and parents bring honor to their children. 1
Unlocked Literal Bible
In The King James Version
Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
In Context
7Eloquent speech is not suitable for a fool; 1 much less are lying lips suitable for royalty. 1
Cross References
Genesis 50:23Joseph saw Ephraim's children to the third generation. He also saw the children of Machir son of Manasseh, who were placed on the knees of Joseph.
1 Kings 11:12However, for David your father's sake, I will not do it in your lifetime, but I will tear it out of the hand of your son.
Job 42:16After this, Job lived 140 years; he saw his sons and his sons' sons, up to four generations.
Psalms 128:3Your wife will be like a fruitful vine 1 in your house; 1 your children will be like olive plants 1 as they sit around your table. 1
Proverbs 16:31Gray hair is a crown of glory; 1 it is gained by living the right way. 1
Matthew Henry on Proverbs 17:6
5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished. See here, 1. What a great sin those are guilty of who trample upon the poor, who ridicule their wants and the meanness of their appearance, upbraid them with their poverty, and take advantage from their weakness to be abusive and injurious to them. They reproach their Maker, put a great contempt and affront upon him, who allotted the poor to the condition they are in, owns them, and takes care of them, and… Read the whole commentary →