Which verse proclaims that a good name is preferable to great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold?

• A. Psalm 78:5
• B. Deuteronomy 6:7
• C. Proverbs 22:1
• D. Proverbs 29:17

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that character and reputation outweigh wealth. In this wisdom saying, a good name reflects integrity, trustworthiness, and reliable conduct, which earns ongoing respect and favorable treatment from others. That kind of social capital—the “good name” and the “loving favour” of people—often provides lasting benefit beyond what money can buy, because trust and goodwill open doors, partnerships, and support that wealth alone can’t guarantee.

Proverbs 22:1 states that a good name is preferable to great riches and that loving favour is better than silver and gold. That contrast is central to the message: while wealth can be fleeting and morally neutral, a solid reputation and kindness from others are enduring advantages that align with wise living and God's blessings.

The other verses referenced here discuss different themes—how God’s law is taught and remembered, or how parental guidance and discipline lead to peace—so they don’t convey the same comparison between reputation and wealth.