Although ancient scholars were highly respected, why were most of them poor, that is, poor scholars?

Ancient scholars were indeed respected, but most of them were poor, so they were called poor scholars and poor ghosts. People who studied in ancient times were highly respected. Once they pass the exam, scholars can avoid paying personal taxes, and even they don't have to kneel to see officials. These scholars may also be teachers in private schools. If a juren is better than a scholar, he will be on an equal footing with the county magistrate, and even a family will not have to pay taxes, and the Jinshi will be even worse, so he can be an official directly. So ancient scholars were respected, but most of them were poor, and everyone called them poor scholars.

The poor can only pass the exam to their careers. For them, reading is the shortcut to success. Many scholars have studied hard for more than ten years just for fame and fortune. In ancient feudal society, the imperial examination was the only opportunity for poor students to realize life transformation. Many people only get the reputation of a scholar all their lives, and the reputation of a scholar can satisfy them. They study hard at the cold window, only to achieve success. In their view, only success can glorify their ancestors.

In ancient times, the hierarchy was strict, and after the death of the minister who was an official in the court, the son could inherit the title. So rich children don't need to work hard, and everything is not as good as the poor. Only when they have received higher education can they change their destiny through reading. In ancient times, the hierarchy was very strict. The rich can always have money. In order not to be mediocre, the poor can only gain fame by reading, and then they can fight alongside the rich. It is because they are poor that they will work harder.

Living in the 2 1 century, we should cherish equal opportunities, work hard and make contributions to society.