I had much rather be adorned by beauty of character than by jewels. Jewels are the gift of fortune, character comes from within.
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If I can only keep my good name, I shall have riches enough.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Having a good reputation is more valuable than material wealth.
This quote emphasizes the importance of integrity and reputation over material riches. It suggests that a good name and the respect it brings are far more significant and fulfilling than mere financial success or wealth, indicating that personal values and how one is perceived by others hold true worth.
Themes
ReputationWealthIntegrityValuesName
In practice
Example use cases
Using this quote in a speech to emphasize the importance of integrity in business.
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