Common English Bible

Sirach 41:11-15 Common English Bible (CEB)

11. Human beings show their griefin their bodies,but the no-good name of sinnerswill be erased.

12. Guard your reputation,for it will continue after youlonger than one thousandgreat treasures of gold.

13. A good life has a limited number of days,but a good name will continue forever.

14. Hold on to your education in peace,my children.Hidden wisdomand an invisible treasure—of what use is either?

15. People who hide their foolishnessare better than peoplewho hide their wisdom.