Quote by George MacDonald

Beauty and sadness always go together. Nature thought beauty too rich to go forth Upon the earth without a meet alloy.

Beauty and sadness always go together. Nature thought beauty

Summary

This quote suggests that beauty and sadness are inherently intertwined. Nature believed that beauty was too perfect to exist without some form of imperfection or sadness to balance it out. In other words, beauty alone may seem too idealistic or unrealistic, and by adding a touch of sadness or imperfection, it becomes more relatable and authentic. This quote emphasizes the notion that beauty and sadness are inseparable aspects of life, often coexisting within the human experience.

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Nature Beauty Sadness

By George MacDonald

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