Beauty Quote by Colm Tóibín
““I do not care much about the mysteries of the universe, unless they come to me in words, or in music maybe, or in a set of colours, and then I entertain them merely for their beauty and only briefly.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Paris Review, 2015
Mysteries of the universe intrigue only when expressed in art, then they are briefly entertained for beauty.
In simple terms: Art makes mysteries briefly beautiful.
Key Takeaway
Seek beauty in mystery.
Themes
art
beauty
curiosity
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
creative
philosophical
When to use this quote
- painting
- music
- poetry
- creative writing
Key Concepts
aesthetics
philosophy
Questions to Reflect On
- What mysteries inspire your art?
- How long does beauty hold your attention?
A Different Perspective
Beauty may distract from deeper inquiry.
