Beauty Quote by David Hume
““Beauty is no quality in things themselves: It exists merely in the mind which contemplates them; and each mind perceives a different beauty. One person may even perceive deformity, where another is sensible beauty; and every individual ought to acquiesce in his own sentiment, without pretending to regulate those of others. To seek the real beauty, or real deformity, is as fruitless an enquiry, as to pretend to ascertain the real sweet or real bitter.””
About This Quote
Beauty is subjective, shaped by individual perception, not an objective property.
In simple terms: Beauty depends on the viewer.
Key Takeaway
Accept diverse views of beauty.
Themes
subjectivity
perception
philosophy
aesthetics
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal relationships
- design decisions
Key Concepts
relativism
beauty standards
mind‑body relation
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you think any standards can be universal?
- How do personal biases affect your judgments?
A Different Perspective
Assuming subjectivity can ignore shared cultural values.
