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  1. A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold. The rich and the poor meet together; the Lord is the Maker of them all. The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it.

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    • Proverbs 22:1 ESV / 157 helpful votes. A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold.
    • Ecclesiastes 7:1 ESV / 107 helpful votes. A good name is better than precious ointment, and the day of death than the day of birth.
    • Proverbs 10:7 ESV / 52 helpful votes. The memory of the righteous is a blessing, but the name of the wicked will rot.
    • Joshua 1:9 ESV / 47 helpful votes. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
    • Proverbs 22:1-2 NIV. A good name is more desirable than great riches;     to be esteemed is better than silver or gold. Rich and poor have this in common
    • Ecclesiastes 7:1 NIV. A good name is better than fine perfume,     and the day of death better than the day of birth.
    • Proverbs 10:7 NIV. The name of the righteous is used in blessings,     but the name of the wicked will rot.
    • Isaiah 41:10 NIV. So do not fear, for I am with you;     do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you;
  3. Feb 6, 2023 · Since most people don’t get to choose their names, why does Proverbs 22:1 say, “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, and favor is better than silver or gold” (ESV)? Likewise, why does Ecclesiastes 7:1 similarly suggest that “a good name is better than fine perfume”?

  4. Jan 14, 2024 · If you’re short on time, here’s a quick answer to your question: The Bible has a lot to say about the importance of having a good name and reputation. Scriptures emphasize living with integrity and honesty, handling money wisely, being slow to anger, and pursuing righteousness.

  5. A good name [earned by honorable behavior, godly wisdom, moral courage, and personal integrity] is more desirable than great riches; And favor is better than silver and gold. Christian Standard Bible. A good name is to be chosen over great wealth; favor is better than silver and gold. Holman Christian Standard Bible.

  6. The Value of a Good Name - A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold. The rich and the poor have this in common, The Lord is the maker of them all.

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