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A good name is better than riches

Possible interpretation: Your good reputation is worth more than money.

Note: a good name = a good reputation | riches (noun) = wealth; a lot of money

Quick Quiz:

Someone who believes that "a good name is better than riches" would prefer to have
  1. no money and a bad name
  2. a lot of money and a bad reputation
  3. a good reputation and no money

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