Quote by Juvenal

So rare is the union of beauty with modesty.

So rare is the union of beauty with modesty.

Summary

This quote suggests that it is unusual to find both beauty and modesty existing together in someone. Beauty often comes with attention and admiration, which can potentially inflate one's ego, leading to a lack of modesty. Modesty, on the other hand, implies a humble and reserved nature, which may downplay one's physical attractiveness. The quote implies that the combination of beauty and modesty is a rare and admirable quality to possess.

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Humility

By Juvenal

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