The memory of the just is blessed: but the name of the wicked shall rot.
Here’s an example.
George Washington
In Washington’s lifetime, he commanded such respect that the Continental Congress knew of no man they would trust the Continental Army to besides him. Washington wasn’t the only person who wanted the task. Some historians even say he did not want it. John Hancock lobbied for it. But everyone knew the risk. Should the colonies win, the commander-in-chief might declare himself king – and have an army to enforce it.
Washington was of such character that, upon victory, he resigned his office, and the King of England, upon hearing that, said he was as righteous as rumored. When Washington died, England and France were at war. A ceasefire was called by both sides to mourn the loss of such a man as Washington.
Benedict Arnold
In stark contrast, Arnold’s name has gone down in infamy. Neither the Americans he had betrayed nor the British, to whose side he had defected, had any respect for him. The British, naturally, exploited his defection, but he was never held as a hero in their nation.
Our world is inherently unjust. It is a place where good people are often unfairly maligned and mistreated, and where evil individuals can sometimes ascend to positions of power and wealth. However, the destinies of both the virtuous and the wicked ultimately lead to the same inevitable conclusion – death. In the grand scheme of eternity, the memory of the good will forever shine brighter than that of the wicked.
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