Quote by Anton Chekhov
My holy of holies is the human body, health, intelligence, talent, inspiration, love, and the most absolute freedom imaginable, freedom from violence and lies, no matter what form the latter two take. Such is the program I would adhere to if I were a major artist.
Summary
This quote expresses the artist's ideal vision of what they consider sacred and valuable in life. They emphasize the importance of the human body, good health, intelligence, talent, inspiration, love and ultimate freedom. The artist aspires to a life free from violence and deception in any shape or form. These principles, if embraced, would guide the artist in their major works and artistic endeavors.