Quote by Katherine Anne Porter

The real sin against life is to abuse and destroy beauty, even one's own even more, one's own, for that has been put in our care and we are responsible for its well-being.

The real sin against life is to abuse and destroy beauty, ev

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of preserving and appreciating the beauty in the world, particularly the beauty within ourselves. It suggests that it is a grave wrongdoing to misuse or damage the aesthetic qualities in life, including our own. We have been entrusted with the duty to protect and nurture the beauty that surrounds us, making us accountable for its maintenance. By recognizing the value of beauty and treating it with respect, we can fulfill our responsibility to safeguard it for the benefit of ourselves and future generations.

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Beauty

By Katherine Anne Porter

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