You can gain a maximum of 125 points in any particular stat naturally.  You can, however, exceed 125 points in any stat through use of items which increase a particular stat when worn.  The combined sum of your natural stat points plus what you gain from any stat-altering items cannot exceed 150.   
 
You can gain a maximum of 125 points in any particular stat naturally.  You can, however, exceed 125 points in any stat through use of items which increase a particular stat when worn.  The combined sum of your natural stat points plus what you gain from any stat-altering items cannot exceed 150.