Ben Sira 41:13

13 The days of a good life are numbered, but a good name endures for ever.

Ben Sira 41:13 In-Context

11 The mourning of men is about their bodies, but the evil name of sinners will be blotted out.

12 Have regard for your name, since it will remain for you longer than a thousand great stores of gold.

13 The days of a good life are numbered, but a good name endures for ever.

14 My children, observe instruction and be at peace; hidden wisdom and unseen treasure, what advantage is there in either of them?

15 Better is the man who hides his folly than the man who hides his wisdom.