A good face they say, is a letter of recommendation. O Nature, Nature, why art thou so dishonest, as ever to send men with these false recommendations into the World!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Beautiful appearances often signal good character, but nature sometimes deceives us with attractive yet dishonest people.
- In plain terms
- People assume good looks mean good character, but that is not always true.
- What can you take from it?
- Do not judge character solely by physical appearance.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How often are we fooled by appearances?
- Can beauty ever be a reliable signal?
Another view
Physical attractiveness can sometimes correlate with positive traits.
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