Quote by James Joyce

Beauty, the splendour of truth, is a gracious presence when the imagination contemplates intensely the truth of its own being or the visible world, and the spirit which proceeds out of truth and beauty is the holy spirit of joy. These are realities and these alone give and sustain life.

Beauty, the splendour of truth, is a gracious presence when

Summary

This quote highlights the notion that beauty is not just superficial, but rather a reflection of profound truths. When the imagination deeply reflects on the truth of one's existence or observes the beauty in the world, it gives rise to a spiritual essence, the holy spirit of joy. Only these authentic experiences of truth and beauty have the power to give meaning and nurture life.

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Life Imagination Truth Beauty

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