Proverbs 17:6-12 Catholic Public Domain Version (CPDV)

6. Sons of sons are the crown of old age. And the glory of sons is their fathers.

7. Well-chosen words are not fitting for the foolish, nor are lying lips fitting for a leader.

8. The expectation of those who stand ready is a most pleasing jewel. Whichever way he turns himself, he understands prudently.

9. Whoever conceals an offense seeks friendships. Whoever repeats the words of another separates allies.

10. A correction benefits more with a wise man, than a hundred stripes with a fool.

11. The evil one continually seeks conflicts. But a cruel Angel shall be sent against him.

12. It is more expedient to meet a bear robbed of her young, than the foolish trusting in his own folly.

Proverbs 17