Happy the society whose deepest divisions are ones of style.

Summary

This quote suggests that a society can be considered fortunate if its most significant divisions are merely related to matters of personal style and preferences. Rather than being torn apart by more serious and deep-rooted issues such as inequality, discrimination, or conflict, a society that primarily differs in matters of aesthetics, fashion, or cultural choices would be considered more harmonious and content. By highlighting the triviality of such divisions, the quote implies that societies facing more substantial divisions should strive for greater unity and focus on resolving the more pressing issues they are confronted with.

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