Life Quote by Somerset Maugham
““...the painted veil which those who live call life””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Painted Veil by W. Somerset Maugham, 1925
Life is often described as a decorative covering that masks deeper truths.
In simple terms: Life is a decorative covering.
Key Takeaway
Look beyond appearances.
Themes
perception
illusion
existence
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- art critique
- philosophical reflection
Key Concepts
existentialism
symbolism
Questions to Reflect On
- What does the "veil" hide for you?
- How do you see beyond surface appearances?
A Different Perspective
The metaphor may oversimplify complex experiences.
![“The Quran says nothing about the veil, except for an injunction to veil the bosom, which is obvious. As for the face, Muhammad's wife Khadijeh never wore the veil, nor did the other wives of the Prophet after Khadijeh died. [...] The ulema have twisted the Quran with their hadith, always twisting…” quote by Kim Stanley Robinson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/4a0/kim-stanley-robinson-2148_bosoms_the-quran-says-nothing-about-the-veil-ex_297158.jpg)
