Proverbs 17:6-8
English Standard Version
6 (A)Grandchildren are (B)the crown of the aged,
and the glory of children is their fathers.
7 Fine speech is not (C)becoming to a fool;
still less is (D)false speech to a prince.
8 (E)A bribe is like a magic[a] stone in the eyes of the one who gives it;
wherever he turns he prospers.
Footnotes
- Proverbs 17:8 Or precious
Proverbs 17:6-8
New International Version
6 Children’s children(A) are a crown to the aged,
and parents are the pride of their children.
7 Eloquent lips are unsuited to a godless fool—
how much worse lying lips to a ruler!(B)
8 A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.(C)
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