Quote by Charlie Chaplin

Beauty is an omnipresence of death and loveliness, a smiling sadness that we discern in nature and all things, a mystic communion that the poet feels.

Beauty is an omnipresence of death and loveliness, a smiling

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This quote suggests that beauty is intertwined with both death and loveliness. It describes a bittersweet emotion, a mixture of sadness and joy that can be observed in nature and everything around us. It emphasizes the poetic experience of a deep spiritual connection, a mystical union with the world, where the poet feels this contrasting blend of emotions. Overall, the quote implies that beauty is not purely positive or negative but is a complex and profound perception that encompasses a wide range of feelings and sensations.

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By Charlie Chaplin

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