Charles Ellicott Commentary Proverbs 16:31

"The hoary head is a crown of glory; It shall be found in the way of righteousness." — Proverbs 16:31 (ASV)

If it be found in the way of righteousness. —Rather, it is found; old age being promised as the reward of obedience (Proverbs 3:16; Proverbs 4:10; Proverbs 9:11; Proverbs 10:27).