Let the famous not denounce fame. Far from being empty and meaningless, it fills those it touches with divine power.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Fame is portrayed as powerful and not empty.
- In plain terms
- Do not say fame is bad.
- What can you take from it?
- Fame has value.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is fame truly powerful?
Another view
Fame can be harmful.
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