Everything is dangerous, my dear fellow. If it wasn't so, life wouldn't be worth living.
Oscar WildeRead
Beauty is the only thing that time cannot harm. Philosophies fall away like sand, creeds follow one another, but what is beautiful is a joy for all seasons, a possession for all eternity.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Beauty endures regardless of the passage of time, while beliefs and philosophies may change.
In this quote, Oscar Wilde suggests that true beauty transcends the ephemeral nature of life and societal beliefs. Unlike philosophies and creeds that may lose their relevance over time, beauty remains a constant source of joy and appreciation that can be cherished indefinitely. It highlights the idea that while thoughts and ideologies fade, the essence of beauty is timeless and universal.
Themes
BeautyTimePhilosophyJoyEternity
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in a speech about the enduring nature of art and its impact on humanity.
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