The test of a real comedian is whether you laugh at him before he opens his mouth.
George Jean NathanRead
Beauty makes idiots sad and wise men merry.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Beauty elicits different emotional responses depending on one's wisdom and perspective.
This quote suggests that while beauty can bring joy and positivity to those who are wise and understanding, it can also lead to sadness for those who may not grasp its deeper significance. Those who lack wisdom may feel disillusioned or overwhelmed by beauty, while those who appreciate it are able to find happiness in its presence.
Themes
BeautyWisdomEmotionSadnessHappiness
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about art, one might say, 'As George Jean Nathan said, beauty makes idiots sad and wise men merry.'
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