Quote by John Zimmerman

Beauty is often worse than wine intoxicating both the holder and beholder.

Beauty is often worse than wine intoxicating both the holder

Summary

This quote suggests that beauty can be just as intoxicating and potentially harmful as wine. It implies that the allure and allure of beauty can have a powerful and intoxicating effect on both the person who possesses it and the person who observes it. The comparison to wine suggests that, like alcohol, beauty can have a seductive and intoxicating quality that can lead individuals astray or cloud their judgment. It serves as a cautionary reminder of the potential dangers and illusions associated with beauty.

By John Zimmerman

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