Pro 17:6 | MHM | STEP | The Blessing of Family Across Generations This proverb highlights the honor and joy that families bring to each other across generations. It explains that grandparents find great happiness in their grandchildren, and that children should be proud of their parents. A strong, loving family is a special gift from God . v. 6 : "Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers." (Proverbs 17:6 ). It is a great honor for older people to see their grandchildren growing up well and following the right path. When grandchildren do good, they continue the family’s good name and bring comfort and pride to their grandparents (Psalm 128:6; Genesis 50:23 ). In the same way, children are blessed when they have wise and godly parents. They should be grateful for their parents and never think of them as a burden, even when they get old. When children act wisely, they bring joy and honor to their parents, especially in their old age.

‏ Proverbs 17:6

The Blessing of Family Across Generations

This proverb highlights the honor and joy that families bring to each other across generations. It explains that grandparents find great happiness in their grandchildren, and that children should be proud of their parents. A strong, loving family is a special gift from God .

v. 6: "Children's children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers." (Proverbs 17:6 ^a). It is a great honor for older people to see their grandchildren growing up well and following the right path. When grandchildren do good, they continue the family’s good name and bring comfort and pride to their grandparents (Psalm 128:6; Genesis 50:23 ^b). In the same way, children are blessed when they have wise and godly parents. They should be grateful for their parents and never think of them as a burden, even when they get old. When children act wisely, they bring joy and honor to their parents, especially in their old age.