Beauty Quote by Ellen G. White
“It is right to love beauty and to desire it; but God desires us to love and seek first the highest beauty, that which is imperishable. No outward adorning can compare in value or loveliness with that "meek and quiet spirit."”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Great Controversy, 1888
True beauty lies beyond outward appearance; the divine calls for love of the eternal, humble spirit rather than fleeting adornments.
In simple terms: Seek the highest, imperishable beauty of a meek and quiet spirit.
Prioritize inner spiritual beauty over external decoration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- personal meditation
- ethical decision making
- artistic creation
- community worship
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “highest beauty” mean to you personally?
- How can you cultivate a meek spirit in daily life?
Might neglect the role of physical expression in cultural identity.