Beauty Quote by George Meredith
““A tried stedfast woman is the one jewel of the sex. She points to her husband like the sunflower; her love illuminates him; she lives in him, for him; she testifies to his worth; she drags the world to his feet; she leads the chorus of his praises; she justifies him in his own esteem. Surely there is not on earth such beauty!””
About This Quote
Source Novel: 'The Egoist', 1879
A steadfast woman elevates her husband, embodying ideal feminine virtue and beauty.
In simple terms: A devoted woman uplifts her partner.
Celebrate supportive partnerships.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationship counseling
- literary analysis
- historical gender studies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this view affect modern relationships?
- What defines a 'steadfast' partner today?
Idealization may ignore personal agency.