Quote by Parker, Dorothy

Age before beauty ... And pearls before swine.

Age before beauty ... And pearls before swine.

Summary

This quote is a play on two common idioms. "Age before beauty" is often used to let an older person go before someone younger, showing respect for elders. On the other hand, "pearls before swine" refers to offering something valuable to someone who cannot appreciate or understand its worth. Together, this quote suggests that the speaker prioritizes the older person over the more attractive one, implying that they value wisdom and experience more than mere outward beauty. And by adding "pearls before swine," it also implies they believe in placing valuable things in the hands of deserving recipients.

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