Quote by Dante Alighieri

Beauty awakens the soul to act.

Beauty awakens the soul to act.

Summary

This quote suggests that the experience of beauty has a profound impact on a person's motivation to take action. When confronted with something truly beautiful, whether it be in nature, art, or even a person, it stirs something within us that moves us to do something, to act upon that beauty in some way. Beauty has the power to inspire, captivate, and awaken our souls, prompting us to create, pursue our passions, or simply make a positive change in the world.

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Beauty

By Dante Alighieri

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