Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children. New Living Translation Grandchildren are the crowning glory of the aged; parents are the pride of their children. English Standard Version Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their fathers. Berean Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father. King James Bible Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. New King James Version Children’s children are the crown of old men, And the glory of children is their father. New American Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of the old, And the glory of sons is their fathers. NASB 1995 Grandchildren are the crown of old men, And the glory of sons is their fathers. NASB 1977 Grandchildren are the crown of old men, And the glory of sons is their fathers. Legacy Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of old men, And the beauty of sons is their fathers. Amplified Bible Grandchildren are the crown of aged men, And the glory of children is their fathers [who live godly lives]. Christian Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of the elderly, and the pride of children is their fathers. Holman Christian Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of the elderly, and the pride of sons is their fathers. American Standard Version Children's children are the crown of old men; And the glory of children are their fathers. Contemporary English Version Grandparents are proud of their grandchildren, and children should be proud of their parents. English Revised Version Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. GOD'S WORD® Translation Grandchildren are the crown of grandparents, and parents are the glory of their children. Good News Translation Grandparents are proud of their grandchildren, just as children are proud of their parents. International Standard Version Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the pride of children is their parents. Majority Standard Bible Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father. NET Bible Grandchildren are like a crown to the elderly, and the glory of children is their parents. New Heart English Bible Children's children are the crown of old men; the glory of children are their parents. Webster's Bible Translation Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children is their fathers. World English Bible Children’s children are the crown of old men; the glory of children is their parents. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionSons’ sons [are] the crown of old men, "" And the glory of sons [are] their fathers. Young's Literal Translation Sons' sons are the crown of old men, And the glory of sons are their fathers. Smith's Literal Translation The crown of old men, sons' sons: and the glory of sons their fathers. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleChildren's children are the crown of old men: and the glory of children are their fathers. Catholic Public Domain Version Sons of sons are the crown of old age. And the glory of sons is their fathers. New American Bible Children’s children are the crown of the elderly, and the glory of children is their parentage. New Revised Standard Version Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of children is their parents. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleChildren's children are the crowns of old men; and the glory of children is their fathers. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated Grandchildren are the crown of old men and the glory of children is their fathers. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Children's children are the crown of old men; And the glory of children are their fathers. Brenton Septuagint Translation Children's children are the crown of old men; and their fathers are the glory of children. The faithful has the whole world full of wealth; but the faithless not even a farthing. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Better a Dry Morsel in Quietness…5He who mocks the poor insults their Maker; whoever gloats over calamity will not go unpunished. 6Grandchildren are the crown of the aged, and the glory of a son is his father. 7Eloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!… Cross References Exodus 20:12 Honor your father and mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Ephesians 6:2-3 “Honor your father and mother” (which is the first commandment with a promise), / “that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth.” Psalm 127:3-5 Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward. / Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are children born in one’s youth. / Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. He will not be put to shame when he confronts the enemies at the gate. Deuteronomy 5:16 Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that your days may be long and that it may go well with you in the land that the LORD your God is giving you. Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this is pleasing to the Lord. Genesis 48:11-12 “I never expected to see your face again,” Israel said to Joseph, “but now God has let me see your children as well.” / Then Joseph removed his sons from his father’s knees and bowed facedown. 1 Timothy 5:4 But if a widow has children or grandchildren, they must first learn to show godliness to their own family and repay their parents, for this is pleasing in the sight of God. Psalm 128:3-6 Your wife will be like a fruitful vine flourishing within your house, your sons like olive shoots sitting around your table. / In this way indeed shall blessing come to the man who fears the LORD. / May the LORD bless you from Zion, that you may see the prosperity of Jerusalem all the days of your life, ... Genesis 21:1-7 Now the LORD attended to Sarah as He had said, and the LORD did for Sarah what He had promised. / So Sarah conceived and bore a son to Abraham in his old age, at the very time God had promised. / And Abraham gave the name Isaac to the son Sarah bore to him. ... 2 Timothy 1:5 I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am convinced is in you as well. Genesis 50:23 He saw Ephraim’s sons to the third generation, and indeed the sons of Machir son of Manasseh were brought up on Joseph’s knees. 1 Kings 2:19 So Bathsheba went to King Solomon to speak to him for Adonijah. The king stood up to greet her, bowed to her, and sat down on his throne. Then the king had a throne brought for his mother, who sat down at his right hand. 2 Samuel 7:12-16 And when your days are fulfilled and you rest with your fathers, I will raise up your descendant after you, who will come from your own body, and I will establish his kingdom. / He will build a house for My Name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever. / I will be his Father, and he will be My son. When he does wrong, I will discipline him with the rod of men and with the blows of the sons of men. ... Luke 18:15-17 Now people were even bringing their babies to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them. And when the disciples saw this, they rebuked those who brought them. / But Jesus called the children to Him and said, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. / Truly I tell you, anyone who does not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” 1 Chronicles 29:28 He died at a ripe old age, full of years, riches, and honor, and his son Solomon reigned in his place. Treasury of Scripture Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers. children's Genesis 50:23 Job 42:16,17 Psalm 127:3-5 and the Exodus 3:14,15 1 Kings 11:12 1 Kings 15:4 Jump to Previous Aged Children Children's Crown Fathers Glory Grandchildren Parents PrideJump to Next Aged Children Children's Crown Fathers Glory Grandchildren Parents PrideProverbs 17 1. Contrasts between the Righteous and the WickedGrandchildren In Hebrew, the word for "grandchildren" is "בְּנֵי בָּנִים" (bene banim), which literally translates to "sons of sons." This phrase emphasizes the continuation of a family line and the blessing of seeing one's descendants. In ancient Israelite culture, having grandchildren was considered a sign of God's favor and a testament to a life well-lived. It reflects the joy and fulfillment that comes from witnessing the growth and prosperity of one's family across generations. are the crown of the aged and the glory of children is their fathers Persons / Places / Events 1. GrandchildrenRepresent the continuation of a family line and are seen as a blessing and reward for the elderly. 2. The Aged Refers to the older generation, often seen as wise and deserving of respect and honor. 3. Children In this context, they are the younger generation who bring honor to their parents through their actions and character. 4. Fathers Symbolize the parental figure whose legacy and values are reflected in their children. Teaching Points The Blessing of Generational LegacyThe verse highlights the joy and honor found in family continuity. Grandchildren are seen as a crown, symbolizing honor and fulfillment for the elderly. The Role of Family in God's Design Family is central to God's plan, with each generation playing a role in upholding and passing down values and faith. The Importance of Honoring Parents Children bring glory to their parents through their actions, reflecting the values and teachings they have received. The Value of Wisdom and Experience The aged are to be respected for their wisdom and life experience, which are invaluable to younger generations. Building a Godly Legacy Parents and grandparents are encouraged to invest in their family's spiritual and moral upbringing, ensuring a legacy that honors God.(6) Children's children are the crown of old men.--Comp. Psalms 127, 128. The glory of children are their fathers.--And, as such, to be honoured by them. For the blessing which parents bring to children, comp. 1Kings 11:13; 1Kings 15:4; Jeremiah 33:21. Verse 6. - Children's children are the crown of old men (comp. Psalm 127; Psalm 128). (For the term "crown," comp. Proverbs 16:18.) Thus St. Paul calls his converts his "joy and crown" (Philippians 4:1; 1 Thessalonians 2:19) In the East a large number of children is considered a great blessing, being a guarantee of the stability of the family. Thus writes Euripides ('Iph. Taur.,' 57) -Στύλοι γὰρ οἴκων παῖδες εἰσιν ἄρσενες "Male children are the pillars of the house." The glory of children are their fathers. A long line of good or celebrated ancestors is the glory of their descendants, and brings a blessing on them (see 1 Kings 11:13; 1 Kings 15:4). Hereditary nobility, based on descent from some eminent progenitor, may be a source of not unseemly pride, and a spur to a life worthy of such excellent ancestry. Hebrew Grandchildrenבְּנֵ֣י (bə·nê) Noun - masculine plural construct Strong's 1121: A son are the crown עֲטֶ֣רֶת (‘ă·ṭe·reṯ) Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 5850: A crown, wreath of the aged, זְ֭קֵנִים (zə·qê·nîm) Adjective - masculine plural Strong's 2205: Old and the glory וְתִפְאֶ֖רֶת (wə·ṯip̄·’e·reṯ) Conjunctive waw | Noun - feminine singular construct Strong's 8597: Beauty, glory of a son בָּנִ֣ים (bā·nîm) Noun - masculine plural Strong's 1121: A son is his father. אֲבוֹתָֽם׃ (’ă·ḇō·w·ṯām) Noun - masculine plural construct | third person masculine plural Strong's 1: Father Links Proverbs 17:6 NIVProverbs 17:6 NLT Proverbs 17:6 ESV Proverbs 17:6 NASB Proverbs 17:6 KJV Proverbs 17:6 BibleApps.com Proverbs 17:6 Biblia Paralela Proverbs 17:6 Chinese Bible Proverbs 17:6 French Bible Proverbs 17:6 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Proverbs 17:6 Children's children are the crown of old (Prov. Pro Pr) |