O matre pulchra filia pulchrior
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A beautiful mother, a more beautiful daughter.
- In plain terms
- The daughter surpasses the mother in beauty.
- What can you take from it?
- Generations can surpass previous ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What values matter beyond looks?
- How does comparison affect relationships?
Another view
Focusing on appearance can be shallow.
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