This paper analyzes why the two
concepts are defined alike, but by no means appear to be of a similar nature. It then argues
that the real difference lies not in the formulations of the two concepts, but rather in the very meaning, use, and ultimate goals of virtue in the context of an
individual's life and his personal values. The argument follows that, in the core of the differences between the two concepts, will be the value given by two authors to
morality and justice, which, in turn, comes down to two clashing views on the attributes of virtuousness: being successful versus being good.