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Blind Quote by William Shakespeare

“Things base and vile, holding no quantity, Love can transpose to form and dignity. Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is winged Cupid painted blind. Nor hath Love's mind of any judgment taste; Wings and no eyes figure unheedy haste.” quote by William Shakespeare
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“Things base and vile, holding no quantity, Love can transpose to form and dignity. Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind, And therefore is winged Cupid painted blind. Nor hath Love's mind of any judgment taste; Wings and no eyes figure unheedy haste.”

William Shakespeare

About This Quote

Source Play: A Midsummer Night's Dream, 1595

Love transcends superficial appearances, valuing inner qualities over outward form.

In simple terms: Love values inner worth, not looks.

Key Takeaway

Seek depth, not surface.

Themes

love perception inner beauty

Mood

reflective romantic

Type

philosophical literary

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • artistic expression
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

philosophy psychology aesthetics

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you prioritize inner qualities over appearance?
  • How does this view affect your relationships?
A Different Perspective

Love can be blind to harmful traits.

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