Proverbs 16:31-33 The hoary head is a crown of glory; It shall be found in the way of righteousness. He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; And he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city. The lo Gray hair is a mark of distinction, (2024)

Proverbs 16:31-33 American Standard Version (ASV)

The hoary head is a crown of glory;It shall be found in the way of righteousness.He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty;And he that ruleth his spirit, than he that taketh a city.The lot is cast into the lap;But the whole disposing thereof is of Jehovah.

Proverbs 16:31-33 The Message (MSG)

Gray hair is a mark of distinction,the award for a God-loyal life.Moderation is better than muscle,self-control better than political power.Make your motions and cast your votes,but GOD has the final say.

Proverbs 16:31-33 King James Version (KJV)

The hoary head is a crown of glory,If it be found in the way of righteousness.He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty;And he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.The lot is cast into the lap;But the whole disposing thereof is of the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 New American Standard Bible - NASB 1995 (NASB1995)

A gray head is a crown of glory;It is found in the way of righteousness.He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,And he who rules his spirit, than he who captures a city.The lot is cast into the lap,But its every decision is from the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 New Century Version (NCV)

Gray hair is like a crown of honor;it is earned by living a good life.Patience is better than strength.Controlling your temper is better than capturing a city.People throw lots to make a decision,but the answer comes from the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 New International Version (NIV)

Gray hair is a crown of splendor;it is attained in the way of righteousness.Better a patient person than a warrior,one with self-control than one who takes a city.The lot is cast into the lap,but its every decision is from the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 New King James Version (NKJV)

The silver-haired head is a crown of glory,If it is found in the way of righteousness.He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty,And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.The lot is cast into the lap,But its every decision is from the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 Amplified Bible (AMP)

The silver-haired head is a crown of splendor and glory;It is found in the way of righteousness.He who is slow to anger is better and more honorable than the mighty [soldier],And he who rules and controls his own spirit, than he who captures a city.The lot is cast into the lap,But its every decision is from the LORD.

Proverbs 16:31-33 New Living Translation (NLT)

Gray hair is a crown of glory;it is gained by living a godly life.Better to be patient than powerful;better to have self-control than to conquer a city.We may throw the dice,but the LORD determines how they fall.

Proverbs 16:31-33 The Passion Translation (TPT)

Old age with wisdom will crown you with dignity and honor,for it takes a lifetime of righteousness to acquire it.Do you want to be a mighty warrior?It’s better to be known as one who is patient and slow to anger.Do you want to conquer a city?Rule over your temper before you attempt to rule a city.We may toss the coin and roll the dice,but God’s will is greater than luck.

Proverbs 16:31-33 English Standard Version 2016 (ESV)

Gray hair is a crown of glory;it is gained in a righteous life.Whoever is slow to anger is better than the mighty,and he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city.The lot is cast into the lap,but its every decision is from the LORD.