Proverbs 20:29

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

Young people take pride in their strength, but the grey hairs of wisdom are even more beautiful.

Cross References

Job 41:32

and it leaves behind a trail of shining white foam.

Proverbs 16:31

Grey hair is a glorious crown worn by those who have lived right.

Proverbs 20:30

A severe beating can knock all of the evil out of you!

Leviticus 19:32

I command you to show respect for older people and to obey me with fear and trembling.

1 John 2:14

Children, I am writing to you, because you have known the Father. Parents, I am writing to you, because you have known the one who was there from the beginning. Young people, I am writing to you, because you are strong. God's message is firm in your hearts, and you have defeated the evil one.