(A)The memory of the righteous is blessed,
But the name of the wicked will rot.

The wise in heart will receive commands,
(B)But [a]a prating fool will [b]fall.

(C)He who walks with integrity walks securely,
But he who perverts his ways will become known.

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 10:8 Lit. the foolish of lips
  2. Proverbs 10:8 be thrust down or ruined

The name of the righteous(A) is used in blessings,[a]
    but the name of the wicked(B) will rot.(C)

The wise in heart accept commands,
    but a chattering fool comes to ruin.(D)

Whoever walks in integrity(E) walks securely,(F)
    but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out.(G)

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Footnotes

  1. Proverbs 10:7 See Gen. 48:20.