"No legacy is so rich as honesty.” What does this mean?

Question

"No legacy is so rich as honesty.” What does this mean?

Answer 1

A legacy is something you leave behind you...something you're remembered for.

That was simply said by someone who highly values honesty.

Answer 2

It is a quote by William Shakespeare meaning it is best to be known with respect to honesty and truthfulness rather than anything else.

Answer 3

You can interpret this in two ways... the legacy you receive from your parents or the legacy you leave behind.

If your parents teach you to be honest and have good character that is more valuable than money.

When you die it's more important to be remembered for your honesty and good deeds than for being rich.