Proverbs 10:7 - Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes

Bible Comments

The memory. What is remembered of him; not what he remembers; see Psalms 146:4. Illustrations: Elisha (2 Kings 13:21); Jehoiada (2 Chronicles 24:15; 2 Chronicles 24:16); the woman (Mark 14:9); Mary (Luke 1:28; Luke 1:48); Dorcas (Acts 9:36; Acts 9:39. Compare Proverbs 22:1. Antipas (Revelation 2:13).

the name, &c. Illustrations: Balaam (2 Peter 2:15.Jude 1:11.Revelation 2:14; Revelation 2:14); Ahaz (2 Chronicles 28:22); Athaliah (2 Chronicles 24:7); Herod (Acts 12:22; Acts 12:23. Compare Psalms 9:16).

Proverbs 10:7

7 The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.