Eye Quote by Alexander Pope
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“All looks yellow to the jaundiced eye. [and therefore the solution is to fix the jaundiced eye.]”
About This Quote
Source Poem: An Essay on Man, 1733
A biased perspective distorts reality; changing the observer’s view corrects the distortion.
In simple terms: Jaundiced eyes see everything yellow; fix the eye.
Key Takeaway
Seek clarity of perception.
Themes
perception
bias
truth
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- medical diagnosis
- media analysis
- personal relationships
- policy making
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- What biases color your view?
- How can you adjust your perspective?
A Different Perspective
Changing the eye may be impossible without effort.
