Beauty Quote by Anne Brontë
““They that have beauty, let them be thankful for it, and make a good use of it, let them console themselves, and do the best they can without it: certainly, though liable to be over-estimated, it is a gift of God, and not to be despised. Many will feel this who have felt that they could love, and whose hearts tell them that they are worthy to be loved again; while yet they are debarred, by the lack of this or some such seeming trifle, from giving and receiving that happiness they seem almost made to feel and to impart. As well might the humble glowworm despise that power of giving light without which the roving fly might pass her and repass her a thousand times, and never rest beside her: she might hear her winged darling buzzing over and around her; he vainly seeking her, she longing to be found, but with no power to make her presence known, no voice to call him, no wings to follow his flight;--the fly must seek another mate, the worm must live and die alone.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Tenant of Wildfell Hall, Anne Brontë, 1848
The quote reflects on beauty as a divine gift that should be appreciated and used wisely, while also acknowledging that lacking beauty can hinder love and connection, yet one must still seek fulfillment despite such limitations.
In simple terms: Beauty is a gift; lacking it can limit love, but we must still pursue happiness.
Key Takeaway
Cherish gifts, seek love beyond appearance.
Themes
beauty
gift
love
loneliness
selfworth
Mood
reflective
hopeful
melancholic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
literary
When to use this quote
- social dating
- self-esteem building
- creative expression
- spiritual reflection
Key Concepts
divine providence
human desire
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we value inner qualities over appearance?
- What actions foster love beyond physical beauty?
A Different Perspective
Beauty alone cannot guarantee love; societal standards may still impede connection.
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