Quote by Oscar Wilde

Man reaches his perfection, not through what he has, not even through what he does, but entirely through what he is.

Man reaches his perfection, not through what he has, not eve

Summary

This quote suggests that true perfection for a person is not defined by their possessions or actions, but rather by their character and inner being. It emphasizes that one's essence and inherent qualities are what ultimately determine their level of excellence or accomplishment. In other words, the measure of a person's perfection lies not in external achievements or material wealth, but in the embodiment of virtuous traits and personal growth.

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