10
Whatever comes from earth returns to earth; so the ungodly go from curse to destruction.
11
The human body is a fleeting thing, but a virtuous name will never be blotted out.
12
Have regard for your name, since it will outlive you longer than a thousand hoards of gold.
13
The days of a good life are numbered, but a good name lasts forever.
14
My children, be true to your training and be at peace; hidden wisdom and unseen treasure— of what value is either?
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.