Beauty Quote by William Shakespeare
““Truth may seem, but cannot be; Beauty brag, but 'tis not she: Truth and beauty buriéd be.””
About This Quote
Source Play: The Merchant of Venice, 1596
Truth and beauty are often mistaken for each other, yet they remain distinct and elusive truths
In simple terms: Truth and beauty differ and are hard to grasp
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value truth over superficial beauty
Themes
philosophy
beauty
truth
Mood
contemplative
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- art criticism
- self‑reflection
Key Concepts
metaphysics
aesthetics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate truth from appealing appearances?
- When have you mistaken beauty for truth?
A Different Perspective
Truth can be obscured by appearances, leading to misjudgment
