Quote by William Wordsworth

The flower that smells the sweetest is shy and lowly.

The flower that smells the sweetest is shy and lowly.

Summary

This quote suggests that true beauty and sweetness often come from humble and modest origins. It implies that the most wonderful things in life are not always loud or flamboyant, but are found in the quiet and unassuming aspects. Just like an unassuming flower that emits a delightful fragrance, the most genuine and meaningful qualities can be found in the simplest and most unpretentious individuals or circumstances. It reminds us to value and appreciate subtleness and understated beauty that may often go unnoticed.

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By William Wordsworth

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