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“Mind you, sometimes the angels smoke, hiding it with their sleeves, and when the archangel comes, they throw the cigarettes away: that’s when you get shooting stars.” quote by Vladimir Nabokov
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“Mind you, sometimes the angels smoke, hiding it with their sleeves, and when the archangel comes, they throw the cigarettes away: that’s when you get shooting stars.”

Vladimir Nabokov

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Angels hide vices, but when divine judgment arrives, they discard them, creating fleeting brilliance.

In simple terms: Hidden flaws become bright moments when exposed.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden flaws as sources of brilliance.

Themes

morality illusion revelation

Mood

mysterious poetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal growth
  • creative inspiration
  • spiritual awakening

Key Concepts

dual nature transcendence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What hidden flaws become strengths?
  • How does revelation change perception?
A Different Perspective

May romanticize harmful behavior.

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