Ben Sira 41:11-13
New American Bible (Revised Edition)
11 The human body is a fleeting thing,
but a virtuous name will never be annihilated.(A)
12 Have respect for your name, for it will stand by you
more than thousands of precious treasures.(B)
13 The good things of life last a number of days,
but a good name, for days without number.
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