Quote by Christina Rossetti

She gave up beauty in her tender youth, gave all her hope and joy and pleasant ways she covered up her eyes lest they should gaze on vanity, and chose the bitter truth.

She gave up beauty in her tender youth, gave all her hope an

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This quote reflects the sacrifice made by a person who willingly gives up the pursuit of superficial beauty and shallow pleasures in their youth. They choose to embrace the harsh realities of life and opt for a deeper understanding of truth instead. By avoiding vanity, they prioritize substance and substance over superficiality, indicating a commitment to personal growth and a rejection of superficial values.

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