Proverbs 10:7
The name of the righteous is used in blessings, but the name of the wicked will rot.
In context
4 Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.
5 He who gathers crops in summer is a prudent son, but he who sleeps during harvest is a disgraceful son. 6 Blessings crown the head of the righteous, but violence overwhelms the mouth of the wicked. 7 The name of the righteous is used in blessings, but the name of the wicked will rot. 8 The wise in heart accept commands, but a chattering fool comes to ruin.
9 Whoever walks in integrity walks securely, but whoever takes crooked paths will be found out. 10 Whoever winks maliciously causes grief, and a chattering fool comes to ruin.
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- KJV King James Version
— Proverbs 10:7 in the KJV
The memory of the just is blessed: But the name of the wicked shall rot.
- ESV English Standard Version
— Proverbs 10:7 in the ESV
The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.