Admire Quote by William Congreve
“There is in true beauty, as in courage, something which narrow souls cannot dare to admire.”
About This Quote
Source Play: The Double, 1693
True beauty and courage are qualities that narrow‑minded people cannot appreciate.
In simple terms: Limited minds miss deeper virtues.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate open‑mindedness to see true worth.
Themes
beauty
courage
prejudice
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal relationships
- leadership
- education
Key Concepts
aesthetic judgment
virtue ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- What does it mean to have a “narrow soul”?
- How can we expand our appreciation of beauty?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue beauty is subjective, limiting universal standards.
