Quote by Sydney Smith

Solitude cherishes great virtues and destroys little ones.

Solitude cherishes great virtues and destroys little ones.

Summary

This quote implies that spending time alone, in solitude, can have contrasting effects on our character. It suggests that solitude can nurture and enhance our noble and virtuous qualities, allowing them to flourish. On the other hand, it suggests that solitude can also erode or diminish our minor or unimportant traits. In essence, the quote highlights the transformative power of solitude, wherein it selectively strengthens the significant virtues within us while shedding the less significant ones.

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