Wealth vs Fame

Wealth leads to various views, while fame does not entourage them. This does not mean that famous men have no vices. But they have to avoid vices to maintain their fame. Wealth is a burden while fame is like a light feather.

A man who is after wealth, wants wealth at any cost. We have heard of many examples of persons who have betrayed their country for the sake of money. Famous persons may be selfish in their on way, but they know that their fame depends upon their merit, and have thus to behave in certain way. Betrayal by them of their country will soon change their fame into notoriety. Wealth implies on merit in the persons possessing it. Though in flattery, we describe him possessing many qualities of head and heart. As against this fame implies some merit. One may become wealthy by accident. But it is difficult to get fame in that way. A poet, a painter, a politician, a scientist or a social worker has to show his worth before he becomes famous.

Wealth is temporary while fame is stable. A wealthy person may lose his shaft by one day or another any day. But fame will not be lost so quickly. If a man is careful he cannot only maintain his fame, but can also enhance it. Some wealthy men become famous, but their fame is lost with their wealth. Some famous men do get wealth but they maintain their fame even when they lose wealth. A wealthy man is respected in his on circle while a famous man is respected wherever he is known. A healthy man is soon forgotten after his death, while the fragrance of fame smells sweet and blossoms in the dust. The heirs of a wealthy man get wealth and often turn out fools, while the heirs of a famous men work hard to maintain that fame.