Art Quote by Aldous Huxley
“The finest works of art are precious, among other reasons, because they make it possible for us to know, if only imperfectly and for a little while, what it actually feels like to think subtly and feel nobly.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Perennial Philosophy, 1945
Great art lets us briefly experience subtle thought and noble feeling, despite its imperfections.
In simple terms: Art reveals deep thought and feeling.
Engage with art to glimpse higher cognition.
Themes
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When to use this quote
- museum visits
- reading literature
- listening to music
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What artwork has made you feel subtly noble?
- How can imperfect art still convey profound truth?
Art may be inaccessible to some.