Quote by Kahlil Gibran

He who wears his morality but as his best garment were better naked.The wind and the sun will tear no holes in his skin.

He who wears his morality but as his best garment were bette

Summary

This quote suggests that a person who only displays their morality superficially, as if it were a fashionable garment, is better off being morally naked. It implies that true morality should be ingrained within a person's character rather than merely portrayed on the surface. By wearing morality as a facade, one is vulnerable to being exposed or torn apart by the challenges and tests that come from the outside world. However, by cultivating genuine moral values within oneself, external forces such as the wind and the sun (symbolizing life's adversities) will not be able to harm their core principles. Ultimately, this quote highlights the importance of authenticity and integrity in moral behavior.

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Morality Philosophy Khalil Jibran The Prophet

By Kahlil Gibran

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