In this world it is possible to achieve great material wealth, to live an opulent life. But a life built upon those things alone leaves a shallow legacy. In the end, we will be judged by other standards.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Material wealth alone creates a shallow legacy; true judgment comes from other, deeper standards.
- In plain terms
- Being rich does not make your life good; you will be judged by other things.
- What can you take from it?
- Legacy depends on values, not just wealth.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How will you want to be remembered?
- What matters more than money?
Another view
It dismisses the utility of material resources for helping others.
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