Als Quote by Geoffrey Chaucer
“Hyt is not al golde that glareth.”
About This Quote
Source Poem: Unknown, possibly a modern reinterpretation of a medieval proverb
Not all that shines is gold; appearances can be deceptive, urging caution before valuing something solely by its outward sparkle.
In simple terms: Looks can be deceiving.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond surface allure.
Themes
deception
appearance
value
wisdom
critical thinking
Mood
cautious
inquisitive
reflective
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- evaluating offers
- making purchases
- assessing character
Key Concepts
proverbial wisdom
literary allusion
skepticism
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you been misled by appearances?
- What criteria help you see true value?
A Different Perspective
The phrase may be too vague without context.
![“The heart becomes sick, as the body becomes sick, and its remedy is al-Tawbah (repentance) and protection [from transgression]. It becomes rusty as a mirror becomes rusty, and its clarity is obtained by remembrance. It becomes naked as the body becomes naked, and its beautification is al-Taqwa. It…” quote by Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/454/ibn-qayyim-al-jawziyya-10803_als_the-heart-becomes-sick-as-the-body-becom_66500.jpg)
