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Peace Quote by Oscar Wilde

“The harmony of soul and body - how much that is! We in our madness have separated the two, and have invented a realism that is vulgar, and ideality that is void.” quote by Oscar Wilde
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““The harmony of soul and body - how much that is! We in our madness have separated the two, and have invented a realism that is vulgar, and ideality that is void.””

Oscar Wilde

About This Quote

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

Soul and body should be united; modern realism separates them, creating emptiness.

In simple terms: Harmony of soul and body is lost.

Key Takeaway

Seek holistic balance.

Themes

philosophy well‑being mind‑body connection

Mood

thoughtful melancholic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • healthcare
  • spiritual practice
  • creative work
  • education

Key Concepts

existentialism holism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you integrate body and soul?
  • What practices foster unity?
A Different Perspective

Balancing realism and idealism is complex.

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