Proverbs 17:6 KJV
Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
Proverbs 17:6, King James Version
In context
5 Whoso mocketh the poor reproacheth his Maker: and he that is glad at calamities shall not be unpunished.
6 Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.
7 Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.
Cross-references
- Psalms 127:3 Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord: and the fruit of the womb is his reward.
- Proverbs 16:31 The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness.