Proverbs 17:6-8

New King James Version

⁶^(A)Children’s children are the crown of old men,
And the glory of children is their father.

⁷Excellent speech is not becoming to a fool,
Much less lying lips to a prince.

⁸A present is a precious stone in the eyes of its possessor;
Wherever he turns, he prospers.

Proverbs 17:6-8

New International Version

⁶Children’s children^(A) are a crown to the aged,
and parents are the pride of their children.

⁷Eloquent lips are unsuited to a godless fool—
how much worse lying lips to a ruler!^(B)

⁸A bribe is seen as a charm by the one who gives it;
they think success will come at every turn.^(C)

New King James Version (NKJV)

New International Version (NIV)