And love Quote by Francis Thompson
“So for thy spirit did devise Its Maker seemly garniture, Of its own essence parcel pure.-- From grave simplicities a dress, And reticent demureness, And love encinctured with reserve; Which the woven vesture would subserve. For outward robes in their ostents Should show the soul's habiliments. Therefore I say,--Thou'rt fair even so, But better Fair I use to know.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame, 1911
External appearances should reflect inner virtue, but true worth lies beyond surface attire.
In simple terms: Appearances mask inner value.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond outward dress.
Themes
appearance
virtue
humility
Mood
contemplative
thoughtful
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social gatherings
- interpersonal judgments
- first impressions
- fashion choices
Key Concepts
selfhood
authenticity
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you judge others?
- What inner qualities matter most?
A Different Perspective
Surface impressions can be misleading.
