Quote by Vladimir Nabokov

Everything in the world is beautiful, but Man only recognizes beauty if he sees it either seldom or from afar. Listen, today we are gods! Our blue shadows are enormous! We move in a gigantic, joyful world!

Everything in the world is beautiful, but Man only recognize

Summary

This quote states that humans tend to appreciate beauty only when it is scarce or when they have distance from it. It suggests that people often fail to recognize the inherent beauty that surrounds them in everyday life. The quote further emphasizes the idea that by acknowledging the vastness and vitality of the world, individuals have the potential to grasp their own significance and experience a sense of joy and fulfillment. It encourages embracing the grandeur of existence and perceiving oneself as powerful and connected beings within the broader context of life.

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