Quote by Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy

What a strange illusion it is to suppose that beauty is goodness! A beautiful woman utters absurdities: we listen, and we hear not the absurdities but wise thoughts

What a strange illusion it is to suppose that beauty is good

Summary

This quote challenges the common belief that beauty and goodness are inherently linked. It suggests that beauty can create an illusion, deceiving us into regarding someone as good or wise, even when they say or do things that are nonsensical. Our tendency to focus on an attractive person's outer charm may overshadow their actual thoughts or ideas, skewing our perception of their intellectual capabilities. In this way, the quote highlights the power of beauty to influence our judgments and reminds us to look beyond superficial appearances.

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Beauty Goodness

By Leo Nikolaevich Tolstoy

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