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Affection Quote by Oscar Wilde

“It is that deep spiritual affection that is as pure as it is perfect. It is beautiful, it is fine, it is the noblest form of affection. There is nothing unnatural about it.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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“It is that deep spiritual affection that is as pure as it is perfect. It is beautiful, it is fine, it is the noblest form of affection. There is nothing unnatural about it.”

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

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

Pure, perfect spiritual affection is presented as an ideal, noble form of love that is natural and beautiful.

In simple terms: Ideal love is pure and noble.

Key Takeaway

Seek deep, sincere connections.

Themes

love spirituality purity nobility

Mood

hopeful contemplative

Type

philosophical romantic

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • spiritual practice
  • artistic expression

Key Concepts

philosophy ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can love ever be truly pure?
  • How to balance idealism with reality?
A Different Perspective

Such idealism may overlook human flaws.

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