⁷ The ^(A)mentioning of the righteous is a blessing,
But ^(B)the name of the wicked will rot.

¹¹ It is by his deeds that a boy ^[a](A)distinguishes himself,
If his conduct is pure and right.

22 A ^(A)good name is to be more desired than great wealth;
Favor is better than silver and gold.

^14 (A)One who blesses his friend with a loud voice early in the morning,
It will be considered a curse to him.

²¹ The ^(A)crucible is for silver and the furnace for gold,
And each ^(B)is tested by the praise accorded him.