Artificial Quote by Oscar Wilde
“The first duty in life is to be as artificial as possible. What the second duty is no one has as yet discovered.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Importance of Being Earnest, 1895 (dialogue)
Life's primary duty is to be artificial; the secondary duty remains unknown.
In simple terms: Live artificially, the next purpose is unclear.
Key Takeaway
Question societal norms, seek deeper purpose.
Themes
philosophy
humor
existentialism
Mood
witty
thought‑provoking
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- social critique
- personal reflection
- artistic creation
- philosophical debate
Key Concepts
ethics
identity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does 'artificial' mean to you?
- Is there a second duty you can define?
A Different Perspective
Artificiality may conflict with authenticity.
