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“Truth is so excellent, that if it praises but small things they become noble.” quote by Leonardo da Vinci
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“Truth is so excellent, that if it praises but small things they become noble.”

Leonardo da Vinci

About This Quote

Source Treat: Treatise on the Art of Painting, 1490

Praising small things elevates them, granting them a noble status through appreciation.

In simple terms: Praising small things makes them noble.

Key Takeaway

Celebrate the small to create greatness.

Themes

appreciation humility nobility

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical motivational

When to use this quote

  • parenting
  • teaching
  • leadership
  • art critique

Key Concepts

aesthetics psychology of praise

Questions to Reflect On

  • What small things can you honor today?
  • How does praise change perception?
A Different Perspective

Overpraise can dilute true merit.

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