Quote by Andre Gide

Only those things are beautiful which are inspired by madness and written by reason.

Only those things are beautiful which are inspired by madnes

Summary

This quote suggests that true beauty can only be achieved when artistic creations are a combination of passionate inspiration and logical reasoning. It implies that madness, or an intense emotional state, can provide the initial spark of creativity, while reason is necessary to organize and structure those ideas into something coherent and meaningful. Ultimately, the quote highlights the importance of balancing raw, unfettered expression with rational thought in order to produce works of art that are both captivating and intellectually engaging.

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