Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Proverbs 17:6 Cross-References
Explore 9 cross-references for Proverbs 17:6 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Proverbs chapter 17 verse 6 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
Proverbs 17:6 (KJV)
Commentary on Proverbs 17:6
Grandchildren crown the elderly while children glory in their fathers—this celebrates multi-generational covenant faithfulness. The crown imagery suggests honor and joy. This mutual blessing demonstrates family functioning as God designed, with each generation honoring and benefiting the others.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Proverbs 17:6
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“children are a heritage of Yahweh. The fruit of the womb is his reward.”
“but the wealth of the sinner is stored for the righteous.”
“The hoary head is a crown of glory”
“in the innermost parts of your house; your children like olive plants”
“I AM WHO I AM, and he said”
“to set up his son after him”
“the son of Manasseh”
“for David your father's sake: but I will tear it out of the hand of your son.”
“and saw his sons”