Assembling Quote by William Fleming
“The ideal is to be obtained by selecting and assembling in one whole the beauties and perfections which are usually seen in different individuals, excluding everything defective or unseemly, so as to form a type or model of the species.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: "Aesthetic Theory", 1910
Idealizing a perfect being by merging the best traits of many, excluding flaws, to create a model species.
In simple terms: Combine virtues, discard flaws.
Key Takeaway
Pursue excellence.
Themes
philosophy
ethics
idealism
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
ethical
When to use this quote
- artistic design
- character building
- genetic research
Key Concepts
eugenics
perfectionism
Questions to Reflect On
- What defines a “perfect” trait?
- Is it possible to eliminate all defects?
A Different Perspective
Ethical concerns about defining “perfect”.
