Beauty Quote by Virginia Woolf
“The beauty of the world has two edges, one of laughter, one of anguish, cutting the heart asunder.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: “The Waves” by Virginia Woolf, 1931
World beauty is dual: it brings both joy and deep sorrow, tearing the heart apart.
In simple terms: Beauty has joy and pain, splitting the heart.
Accept that joy and pain coexist.
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When to use this quote
- creative writing
- therapy sessions
- grief counseling
- celebrations of art
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you reconcile joy and sorrow in beautiful moments?
- Can art help heal the heart’s split?
Some may argue beauty can be purely uplifting.