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"徳のない人は粗末な服を着ている。"

Benjamin Franklin

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When someone is described as "ill clothed that is bare of virtue," it means that no matter how nice a person's clothes are, if they lack good qualities like honesty, kindness, and integrity, then they are not truly well off. For example, think about a wealthy person who wears expensive suits but treats others poorly, lies, and is selfish. Despite their rich appearance, their lack of good behavior makes them "poor" in a deeper, more important way. In contrast, a person with modest clothing who is kind, honest, and helpful is considered "rich" due to their good virtues. This teaches us that being a good person with strong values is more important than just looking good or having money. So, it's better to focus on building character rather than just trying to impress others with appearances.

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