Affable Quote by Cyrano de Bergerac
“We have observed for thirty centuries that a large nose is a sign on the door of our face that says 'Herein dwells a man who is intelligent, prudent, courteous, affable, noble-minded and generous'. A small nose is a cork on the bottle of the opposite vices.”
About This Quote
Source Play: Le Cid, 1636
The passage humorously links nose size to moral character, suggesting physical traits reflect inner virtues or vices.
In simple terms: Nose size supposedly shows character.
Key Takeaway
Question superficial judgments.
Themes
appearance
character
humor
stereotype
Mood
critical
ironic
Type
satirical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- first impressions
- dating
- job interviews
- political speeches
Key Concepts
physiognomy
social perception
bias
Questions to Reflect On
- Do physical traits define morality?
- How do stereotypes affect interactions?
A Different Perspective
Modern science disproves such links.
