Speak the truth, do not yield to anger; give, if thou art asked for little; by these three steps thou wilt go near the gods.
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Everything has beauty, but not everyone sees it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Beauty exists in all things, but perception varies among individuals.
This quote by Confucius suggests that beauty is an inherent quality of existence, present in all aspects of life and nature. However, the ability to recognize and appreciate this beauty is subjective and not everyone possesses this awareness or perspective, emphasizing the importance of perception in our experience of the world.
Themes
BeautyPerceptionLifeSubjectivityAppreciation
In practice
Example use cases
During a speech on art, this quote can underscore the subjectivity of artistic appreciation.
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