Beauty Quote by William Shakespeare
““But from thine eyes my knowledge I derive, And, constant stars, in them I read such art, As truth and beauty shall together thrive If from thyself to store thou wouldst convert; Or else of thee I prognosticate, Thy end is truth's and beauty's doom and date.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Tempest, 1611
Through eyes, one reads stars, truth, and beauty, suggesting knowledge comes from perception and self‑reflection.
In simple terms: Seeing reveals truth and beauty.
Key Takeaway
Observe closely to gain insight.
Themes
perception
knowledge
beauty
Mood
contemplative
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- art criticism
- personal growth
- education
Key Concepts
metaphor
self‑reflection
Questions to Reflect On
- What do your eyes reveal?
- How does self‑reflection shape truth?
A Different Perspective
Interpretation depends on the observer’s perspective.
