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Beauty Quote by Oscar Wilde

“Beauty is the only thing that time cannot harm.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“Beauty is the only thing that time cannot harm.”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

Source Play: 'Lady Windermere's Fan' by Oscar Wilde, 1892

Beauty is portrayed as timeless, immune to the ravages of time.

In simple terms: Beauty endures despite aging.

Key Takeaway

Value lasting inner qualities.

Themes

beauty timelessness impermanence

Mood

reflective philosophical

Type

literary inspirational

When to use this quote

  • art criticism
  • personal self‑esteem
  • aging reflections

Key Concepts

aesthetic philosophy human condition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you define beauty beyond appearance?
  • Can inner qualities outshine physical beauty?
A Different Perspective

Beauty can be subjective and fleeting.

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