Premanand Maharaj Ji
Why is good character more important than birth or learning?
The one with right character is honoured
Ravan was born in an excellent lineage, from a Brahm-rishi's family, yet he was called a demon because his conduct went wrong. The one whose character is right is the one who is honoured and worshipped, so your character must not spoil.
One whose character is right is the one who is honoured and worshipped among us. Never break; your character must not be spoiled.