The house has to please everyone, contrary to the work of art which does not. The work is a private matter for the artist. The house is not.
Adolf LoosRead
Be truthful. Nature only sides with truth.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Truthfulness aligns with nature and the essence of reality.
This quote by Adolf Loos emphasizes the importance of being truthful, suggesting that honesty is not just a moral obligation but a fundamental principle that resonates with the natural order of the world. When one aligns themselves with truth, they find themselves in harmony with the universe, as nature itself adheres to the truth in its laws and processes.
Themes
TruthNatureHonestyRealityPhilosophy
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used during a speech about the importance of integrity in business.
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