Beautiful Quote by Henry Arthur Jones
“Beauty itself soon fades, and when a woman has beauty and nothing else, well, it's like putting all the goods in the shop window, isn't it? And the moment she loses her good looks-poor creature! what is she? Just a mere bit of faded finery to be thrown aside.”
About This Quote
Source Play: "The Great God Brown" by Eugene O'Neill, 1926 (quoted in criticism)
Physical beauty fades, and without inner qualities it becomes superficial, like a display that loses its appeal when the product is gone.
In simple terms: Beauty fades; inner worth matters.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner qualities beyond looks.
Themes
beauty
vanity
identity
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dating
- career
- aging
- self-esteem
Key Concepts
impermanence
self-worth
Questions to Reflect On
- What inner qualities define you?
- How can you value yourself beyond looks?
A Different Perspective
Relying solely on appearance leads to insecurity.
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